What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist - North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic position at Duke?
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 LOCATION:
North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic - 3609 SW Durham Dr, Durham, NC
$10,000 Commitment Bonus Eligible | Paid out in 4 equal installments over 24 months in 6-month increments.
**Only new hires who have not worked for Duke University Health System in the past 12 months (at the time of offer) are eligible to receive the sign-on bonus.**
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
- Level I must obtain ARRT certification within one year of employment.
- BLS certification
JOB HOURS:
The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.
Job Code: 00004128 RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST
Job Level: F1
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