Radiologic Technologist - North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic

As a part of Duke Health’s outpatient clinic network, you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, convenient work hours, and many opportunities for career advancement. Become a part of a team that values and invests in you.

JOB LOCATION:

NC Orthopaedic Clinic - 3609 SW Durham Dr, Durham, NC

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Radiologic Technologist for North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic located in Durham, NC to be responsible for operating X-ray and fluoroscopic equipment that assists radiologists and/or physicians with diagnosing and/or treating disease and/or injury.

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:

• Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology
• Must obtain ARRT certification within one year of employment
• BLS certification
• 1 year of experience in an orthopaedic environment preferred

JOB HOURS:

The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

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