What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Tech PRN position at Capital Surgical Solutions?
Position Summary
The Orthopedic Radiologic Technologist supports orthopedic surgeons by providing high-quality intraoperative and diagnostic imaging in an ambulatory surgery center setting. This role focuses on C‑arm fluoroscopy and orthopedic-specific imaging to assist with outpatient musculoskeletal procedures while ensuring patient safety, image accuracy, and efficient OR flow.
Key Responsibilities
The Orthopedic Radiologic Technologist supports orthopedic surgeons by providing high-quality intraoperative and diagnostic imaging in an ambulatory surgery center setting. This role focuses on C‑arm fluoroscopy and orthopedic-specific imaging to assist with outpatient musculoskeletal procedures while ensuring patient safety, image accuracy, and efficient OR flow.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate mobile C‑arm fluoroscopy equipment during orthopedic surgical procedures, including but not limited to:
- Arthroscopy
- Fracture reductions
- Joint injections
- Hardware placement (plates, screws, pins, rods)
- Spine, extremity, and sports medicine procedures
- Position patients accurately for optimal imaging of extremities, joints, and spine
- Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, anesthesiology, and OR staff to provide real-time imaging support
- Adjust fluoroscopy angles, magnification, and exposure settings to meet provider needs
- Maintain strict adherence to radiation safety standards (ALARA), including proper shielding for patients and staff
- Prepare imaging equipment prior to procedures and ensure proper functionality
- Communicate imaging studies and procedure details accurately to providers and staff
- Follow sterile technique and infection control protocols in the operating room
- Verify imaging orders, patient identity, and procedure site prior to imaging
- Assist with equipment transport, setup, and patient transfers as needed
- Participate in quality assurance activities and routine equipment checks
- Strong knowledge of:
- Skeletal anatomy
- Fracture alignment and hardware visualization
- Joint spaces and orthopedic landmarks
- Experience imaging knees, shoulders, hips, ankles, wrists, elbows, spine, and long bones
- Ability to anticipate surgeon needs during orthopedic procedures
- Comfort working in lead for extended procedures
- Familiarity with orthopedic instrumentation and implants (preferred)
- Associate’s degree or Certificate in Radiologic Technology from an accredited program
- ARRT certification required
- Current state radiologic technologist license (as applicable)
- BLS/CPR certification required
- Prior experience in orthopedics, surgery, ASC, or operating room strongly preferred
- Fluoroscopy permit (if required by state)
- Excellent attention to detail and image quality
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced OR setting
- Professional, patient-centered demeanor
- Physical ability to:
- Stand for extended periods
- Assist with patient positioning
- Wear lead aprons during procedures
- Orthopedic ambulatory surgery center
- Operating room / procedural environment
- Typically, daytime hours, Monday–Friday
- No weekends, holidays, or on‑call