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Radiologic Technologist - North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic
Duke University Health System
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Posted: 10-Sep-23
Location: Durham, North Carolina
Salary: Open
Categories:
Allied Health
Internal Number: 232724
As a part of Duke Health's outpatient clinic network, you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, convenient work hours, and many opportunities for career advancement. Become a part of a team that values and invests in you.
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:
Associate's degree in radiological technology from accredited X-ray technician program.
1 year of experience in an orthopaedic environment preferred
Requires certification and NC License
JOB HOURS:
The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.
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