Radiology Technologist PRN

Joining Advent Health is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Advent Health is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team.

All while understanding that together we are even better.

PRN

Day-Weekend (United States of America)

101 HOSPITAL DR

COLUMBUS

North Carolina

28722

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, team members, and others of diverse backgrounds.
• Moves, positions, and manipulates radiographic equipment to complete requested procedures safely.
• Performs direct patient care duties within the technologist’s scope of practice, including monitoring patient condition, transporting patient, and using proper infection control techniques.
• Ensures exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use, and that all equipment undergoes routine cleaning and safety checks.
• Notifies appropriate personnel when inventory is low.
• Cross-trains into advanced modalities as needed.
• Ability to follow basic radiation safety concepts of time, distance and shielding to keep exposure levels ALARA for patient and staff.
• Performs radiographic imaging procedures, ensuring high-quality images that meet department standards.
• Positions patients and equipment, selecting technical factors to produce radiographic images safely and in a timely manner.
• Performs imaging with correct patient demographic and examination information.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.
• Assists patients during procedures, ensuring their comfort, safety, and privacy, in compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Knowledgeable in all aspects of Diagnostic Imaging, including Surgery and Trauma [Required]

• Previous Radiologic Technologist experience [Preferred]
• One year of post-certification experience to evaluate and/or instruct student radiographers [Required]
• Ability to analyze and assess data, techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control to ensure information is obtained and presented accurately [Required]
• Up-to-date knowledge of patient positioning and equipment operations, including X-ray producing equipment, if applicable per facility [Required]
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their families, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals [Required]
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the healthcare industry [Required]
• Ability to fully use all radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment [Required]
• Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
• Ability to use computer systems for data entry and retrieval [Required]
• Patient care skills for infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations [Required]
• Ability to independently perform radiographic procedures to departmental standards [Required]
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively [Required]
• Ability to learn and use radiology software packages such as EPIC and PACS [Required]
• Ability to maintain all required registries and licenses necessary to perform Diagnostic Imaging [Required]
• Ability to maintain all required continuing and annual education [Required]
• Knowledge of diagnostic radiological procedures and positions [Required]
• Ability to determine appropriate…