Radiologic Technologist

Company: Cone Health
Location: Chapel Hill
Posted on: March 12, 2025

Job Description:

Radiologic Technologist at Cone Health summary:
The Radiologic Technologist provides diagnostic imaging services using X-rays and other modalities, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures. This role involves positioning patients, operating imaging equipment, and adhering to safety protocols to minimize radiation exposure. Radiologic Technologists also document procedures to maintain accurate patient records and facilitate communication among healthcare providers.
Overview: The Radiologic Technologist performs medical exams using X-rays or other diagnostic imaging examinations on patients to create images of specific parts of the body. The images are then interpreted by a doctor for diagnosis and monitoring of disease. Working under direct supervision, this position prepares patients for the exams, moves patients to the correct position, operates the equipment, and uses their knowledge and skill to minimize the radiation dose to the patient.
Responsibilities:
Follows instructions from physicians regarding which area of the patient?s body needs imaging.
Talks the patient through the procedure and answer questions to lower their anxiety and increase their understanding of the procedure.
Positions the patient correctly and adjusts the imaging equipment to the specified position to create quality images of specific parts of the body.
Prevents unnecessary radiation exposure both to themselves and to the patient.
Follows correct techniques and procedures such as patient shielding to ensure adherence to ensure accurate and reliable diagnostic imaging services.
Completes required documentation for each procedure to ensure proper patient records and facilitate seamless communication among healthcare providers.
Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
EDUCATION:Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; Graduate of a Radiology, Imaging or related educational program
EXPERIENCE:
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:Required: ARRT (R) - Radiologic Technologist - DxBLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare

Keywords:
Radiologic Technologist, diagnostic imaging, X-rays, patient care, radiation safety, healthcare, medical imaging, patient positioning, ARRT certification

Keywords: Cone Health, Chapel Hill , Radiologic Technologist, Other , Chapel Hill, North Carolina