Radiologic Technologist

Company: Cone Health
Location: Haw River
Posted on: March 12, 2025

Job Description:

Radiologic Technologist at Cone Health summary:
The Radiologic Technologist performs medical imaging examinations using X-rays to create diagnostic images for physicians. This role involves preparing patients, operating imaging equipment, ensuring minimal radiation exposure, and maintaining accurate patient records. The technologist collaborates closely with healthcare providers to facilitate quality imaging services and enhance patient care.
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, medical imaging, X-rays, patient care, diagnostic imaging, radiation safety, healthcare, patient preparation, medical exams, radiology

Keywords: Cone Health, Burlington , Radiologic Technologist, Other , Haw River, North Carolina