What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist - Orthopedics position at Duke?
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JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Radiologic Technologist for Duke Sports Medicine and Orthopedics Cary, located in Cary 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
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
JOB HOURS:
The schedule for this position is M-F 8am – 5pm, no nights, weekends or holidays.
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