Radiologic Technologist - Orthopedics

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• JOB LOCATION: North Carolina 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 Level I must obtain ARRT certification within one year of employment. BLS certification