X-Ray Technologist-Full-Time Weekends

Cape Fear Valley Health

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The X-Ray Technologist performs radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures to support diagnosis of specific diseases or conditions. The role performs procedures in the Diagnostic Section of Radiology, prepares and cares for patients, ensures accurate and timely documentation in the Radiology Information System, and follows radiation protection, infection control, and patient privacy practices. The technologist also checks exam quality before sending studies to the radiologist and submits service work orders when equipment is down. This full-time position is based at Betsy Johnson Hospital in Dunn, North Carolina, in the Radiology department. The work shift is weekends.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited program in Radiologic Sciences.
ARRT (Radiography) registration is required.
New graduates who are registry eligible must obtain ARRT registration in Radiography within 12 months of hire.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Positive interpersonal skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Good patient-care skills, knowledge of growth and development, and understanding of treatment needs for all age groups.
Ability to stand and walk extensively.
Manual dexterity and visual acuity.
Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations.
Ability to bend and lift up to 100 pounds and carry objects up to 50 pounds.
May come into contact with skin, eyes, or mucous membranes, and may come into contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all procedures designated within the Diagnostic Section of Radiology.
Assess patients and review physician orders or patient charts as appropriate.
Prepare patients for procedures, answer questions, or refer questions to the assigned radiologist.
Minimize patient discomfort during radiographic examinations and maintain patient privacy.
Promptly complete and accurately record exam start and end times in the Radiology Information System (RIS).
Provide a safe environment, including following radiation exposure precautions, infection control guidelines, and Universal Precautions.
Comply with the Radiation Protection Plan, including proper use of shielding and dosimeters.
Monitor exam timeliness and quality of care against established department goals.
Perform quality assurance checks of exams, including order, image annotation, laterality, and presentation state, before sending them to the radiologist for interpretation.
Submit work orders to Clinical Technology Services when equipment is down.
Perform other duties as assigned.