Radiologic Technologist - Duke Health Center Arringdon - Part Time
Duke University Health System
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Posted: 11-Nov-24
Location: Morrisville, North Carolina
Categories:
General Nursing
Internal Number: 250689
Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.
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JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Part Time Radiologic Technologist in our Duke Health Center Arringdon and will float to North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic, Duke Orthopaedics of Knightdale, and Duke Orthopaedics Heritage when needed. This position willto be an integral member of the healthcare team to provide direct and indirect care to patients.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.
Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.
Takes X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area.
Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis.
Adjusts/sets radiographic controls.
Positions patients and takes X-rays of specific parts of the patient's body as requested by physicians.
Processes film.
Checks X-rays for clarity of image, retaking when needed.
Distributes X-rays to appropriate medical staff.
Maintains required records including patient records, daily log books, and monthly reports.
Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure X-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies.
Complies with safety standards.
Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs.
Maintains radiographic supplies, film, and orders as necessary.
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
Level I must obtain certification within 18 months of employment.
Level II Minimum of two years' experience as a diagnostic radiology technologist.
ARRT certification in radiography OR ARRT certification within 18 months of hire
BLS certification required
JOB HOURS:
The schedule for this position is day shifts. Saturday & Sunday 8am to 1:30pm and Monday - Friday 8am to 7pm as needed (Less than 20 hours a week).
Job Code: 00004128 RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST Job Level: F1
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