Radiology Technologist (32 hours per week)- Spine

AtOrthoCarolina, our team is our greatest asset and the foundation of our success. We are a diverse group of individuals, accountable to each other to uphold the standards of excellence and promote an environment of teamwork throughout the organization. OrthoCarolinahas 43 unique care locations with over 1300 professionals who share a common goal to make lives better. Our employees are eligible for a full spectrum of benefits including paid company holidays, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about Team OC please visit https://www.orthocarolina.com/about-us

We have an opportunity foraRadiologyTechnologistinourOrthoCarolina Spine Centeroffice in Charlotte. This position is scheduled to work 32 hours per week and has full benefits.

TheRadiology Technologistwillprovidediagnostic quality radiographs for physicians and/or physician assistants while protecting employees and patients from unnecessary radiation and usage ofappropriate protectionstandards. 

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates competency in positioning of all radiological proceduresas prescribed bydepartmental policy.

• Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain clinical history, confirm acknowledgment of patients'understandingand address any questions or concerns.

• Positions patients and selects exposure factors for various radiologic examinations and providespatientwith radiation protection and safetyin accordance withprescribed methods.

• Logsradiological procedures completed,processescharges and related paperwork using computer equipment as directed.

• Maintains cleanliness of examination rooms andstocksnecessary medical and/or radiological supplies in the department. Compliance with allOrthoCarolinapolicyand procedures.

• Assistswith the transportation of patients between the examination module(s) and the Radiology department.Assistwith patient flow in the examination module(s) as directed by a supervisor.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability tooperatevarious manufacturer types of Radiology suite equipment, (i.e.Siemens/GE/Philips).

• Skill in proficient use of various manufacturer types of Digital Radiology (DR) and Computer Radiology (CR) reader systems.

• Skill inidentifyingequipment problems and correcting or notifyingsupervisor.

• Skill in positioning patients properly and performing quality diagnostic radiographs.

• Observes safety and security procedures.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the American Medical Association.

• Minimum of one year experience as an x-ray tech with an orthopedic background.

• Professional license or certification requirements:

• Registered Radiology Tech by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART) or ARRT registry eligible.

• Current CPR certificationrecommended.