Radiologic Technologist - Rex Diagnostic Radiology
Company: UNC REX Healthcare
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: March 18, 2023
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Job Description:
**ATTENTION NEW APPLICANTS** - COVID-19 Vaccine Mandatory at UNC
Health:At UNC Health, our goal is to protect the health and
well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve. As a condition
to begin employment, all new hires at UNC Health are required to
submit proof of completing a COVID-19 vaccine series (first and
second dose of Moderna or Pfizer; or single dose of Johnson and
Johnson) before their start date, unless approved for a medical
and/or religious exemption. / Job Search / Radiologic Technologist
- Rex Diagnostic Radiology Radiologic Technologist - Rex Diagnostic
RadiologyJob ID: 56952
Location: Raleigh, NC
Facility/Division: UNC REX Healthcare
Status: Full Time
Shift: Evening Job
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Join our One-Great-Team! Job DescriptionDescriptionBecome part of
an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose
mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique
communities we serve. Join UNC Health as a Rad Tech!Summary:
Provides and teaches diagnostic procedures in the field of
radiologic imaging. Maintains knowledge concerning radiation
protection and safety in addition to general and electrical safety,
infection control, TB and standard precautions. Prepares for and
assist the radiologist in completion of intricate radiographic
procedures. Prepares and administers contrast media and medications
in accordance with state and federal regulations. Preforms patient
assessments and provides patient care. Evaluates the
appropriateness of examination and assess the quality of
radiographic images.Hours: Monday - Friday 2:30pm - 10:30pm.
Position supports call and holiday team rotations.*This position
qualifies for a $15,000 commitment incentive which will be paid
over a three (3) year work commitment. Equal installments will be
paid after each six (6) months of work completed. Learn more about
the incentive program here:
https://jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/imaging-commitment-incentive-programResponsibilities:
1. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of all aspects of General
Diagnostic Radiology, is familiar with and adheres to Departmental
Protocols and Policy and Procedures of UNC Healthcare System,
obtains RT(R) credentials and maintains """"Active Status"""",
using technical knowledge and ability to assist in actively
troubleshooting work unit problems with respect to equipment and
protocols, enthusiastically shares knowledge with employees and
students in the work unit.
2. Ensures that patient demographic, emulsion markers, and
examination requested are correct, critiques, orients and saves all
pertinent images, transmits QA-ed images to PACS, ensures that all
images reach PACS, documents completion and/or cancellation of all
procedures in RIS, documenting comments when appropriate, maintains
image management equipment, reporting any equipment problem to
appropriate resources, utilizes PACS and HIS system for obtaining
additional study data.
3. Performs work in a timely manner, performs quality radiographic
images on a consistent and on-going basis, analyzes request and
draws appropriate conclusions for examination and action plan,
reviews radiographic orders and images and correlates patient
demographic information, ensuring accuracy of information, reviews
daily schedule and/or status of patients waiting in department for
examinations, maintains a clean and safe work environment,
documents incidents and advises area supervisor of improvement
opportunities for the work unit.
4. Uses RIS,CIS,PACS and SMS effectively and appropriately to
access information and document status of procedures, modifies all
necessary orders for appropriateness, completes exam in RIS System,
QC's and transmits information to PACS, verifies that all
information has arrive properly into PACS.
5. Verifies patient identity, obtains patient history relevant to
examination order, verifies pregnancy status before administering
ionizing radiation, assesses patients physical condition and
develops an action plan for performing examination, assesses
patients condition to determine if additionally medical personnel
and or equipment is needed and takes appropriate action, assists
patients that require extra attention, reacts to emergency
situations, insures patient safety.
Other InformationOther information:
Education Requirements:
--- Associate's degree or completion of an accredited Radiologic
Sciences Program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
--- Registered by the American Registry of Radiological Sciences or
registry eligible and become registered within one (1) year from
date of hire. (Registry eligible candidates must provide a copy of
diploma from accredited program.) Must maintain registry status and
continuing education requirements annually.
--- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider
certification
Professional Experience Requirements:
--- No prior experience required.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
Legal Employer: NCHEALTHOrganization Unit: Rex Diagnostic
RadiologyWork Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Evening JobLocation of Job: US:NC:RaleighExempt From
Overtime: Exempt: NoThis position is employed by NC Health (Rex
Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned
subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed
position.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and
employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants
and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are
invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email
applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable
accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career
opportunity.
This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a
NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care
System. This is not a State employed position. The UNC Health
System and the UNC School of Medicine are committed to valuing all
people throughout our organization, regardless of background,
lifestyle, and culture. A diverse and inclusive work environment
for staff and culturally appropriate care for our patients, are
essential to fulfilling our UNC Health vision of improving the
health of all North Carolinians.UNC Health is an equal opportunity
and affirmative action employer.Qualified applicants will be
considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic
information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political
affiliation.All interested applicants are invited to apply for
career opportunities. Please refer to our Employment Application
Accessibility page if you need a reasonable accommodation to search
and/or to apply for a career opportunity.To verify employment
eligibility, UNC Health is committed to Form I-9 and the E-Verify
process.
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