Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. With our Urgent Care team, you can expect to support fast-paced, multi-disciplinary care for patients across a wide range of acuity. Pardee Urgent Care spans 4 locations and 50+ team members across Buncombe, Transylvania and Henderson counties, and offers flexible scheduling, engaging work, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
Summary:
Using radiological (X-ray) imaging equipment and standards under close supervision, the Registered Radiological Technologist prepares and performs procedures and tests used to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data. By interviewing and preparing patients with in-depth understanding of the equipment and procedures, this role ensures effective, safe use of this equipment and drives optimal care outcomes.
Responsibilities:
• Prepares and performs radiological (X-ray) imaging.
• Reads and comprehends imaging order, engaging with physician when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review. Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using knowledge of human anatomy.
• Interviews patients to understand risk factors that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety.
• Guides patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam. Sets expectations and calms patient for effective imaging.
• Uploads imaging results into Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). Records information into Electronic Medical Recordkeeping (EMR) system.
Other information:
Qualifications
Required
• Must be attending an accredited program in Radiological Technology
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Job Details
Legal Employer: Pardee - UCC
Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: Urgent Care Center Mills River
Work Type: Per Diem
Standard Hours Per Week: 12.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: PARDMILLSRVR
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No