Minnesota
Raleigh, North Carolina
Posted: 17-Jan-25
Location: Durham, North Carolina
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Internal Number: 251561
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About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Radiologic Technologist - Level I Trauma
Location: Duke University Hospital Durham
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Work Schedule: Full-Time, 1st Shift: Thursday-Saturday 7:00AM-7:30PM
***This position is eligible for a $15,000 commitment bonus***
Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced or new graduate Radiology Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. The Duke University Hospital (DUH) campus supports a 1067 bed hospital known for Radiologic Technologist expertise in GI Diagnostic Fluoroscopy, OR, Ortho, Trauma, Ambulatory Surgery, Special Procedures, and PEDS services.
What you will do:
- Perform a variety of tasks involved in operating x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated anatomical areas of interest. Adjust equipment for proper radiographic exposure techniques in accordance with radiation safety guidelines.
- Explain x-ray procedures to patients.
- Position patients for each anatomical view using positioning assistance devices and protective equipment as necessary.
- Monitor accessory equipment and assist the physician with fluoroscopic procedures and special radiographic procedures.
- Accurately process images for optimal quality. Match with appropriate paperwork for interpretation.
- Charge radiographic procedures in; able to modify orders per protocol. Demonstrate acceptable film quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors, and collimation.
- Understands and uses the Image Archival System
- Provide education and training to DUHS affiliated radiology technology programs.
- Provide orientation to new technologists.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein
**DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology or ARRT Certification
Experience:
Level I
Must obtain ARRT certification within one year of employment.
Level II
Minimum of two years' experience as a diagnostic radiology technologist.
Level III
A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
BLS certification
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