X-Ray Tech FT (Murrells Inlet) Position Available In Horry, South Carolina

Title:

 X-Ray Technologist

Location:

 (Murrells Inlet) Novant Health Urgent Care

Status:

 Full-Time Who Are We? Part of the Novant Health family based in North Carolina, Novant Health Urgent Care (formerly Doctors Care) provides exceptional healthcare through our network of more than 50 urgent care centers and 20 physical therapy facilities across South Carolina. Our Columbia-based headquarters delivers non-medical management and administrative services to support these locations. For decades, we have been committed to delivering exceptional, convenient, and affordable healthcare experiences to families and communities throughout the Palmetto State. Why Novant Health Urgent Care? Here’s What We Offer!
Competitive wages with annual market data review
Incentive Pay Program
Continuing Education Reimbursement Eligible employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
UpToDate Subscription
Generous PTO 403(b) with 100% vested match
Health, dental, vision insurance
Health Reimbursement Account
Flexible Spending Account
Short term and Long-term Disability
Whole and Term Life Insurance
Rewarding Careers
Great working environment
What Are We Looking For? NHUC is currently looking for a is currently looking for an x-ray technologist or technicians to join our team who will operate x-ray equipment and produce x-ray images to aid providers with diagnosing and/or treating diseases or injuries. The technologist will also help with triaging and rooming patients including taking vitals, reviewing patient history, and summarizing the reason for visit. Key Responsibilities Responsible for center cleanliness and positive customer service.
Prepares patients for radiological 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 logbooks, 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.
Answers incoming calls and schedules appointments as needed.
Calls patients to relay physician messages and outcome to diagnostic test or lab results.
Informs provider of any abnormal labs / tests.
Cleans exam room(s), instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.
Communicates with the front staff on patient flow and wait times.
Recognizes patient distress and takes appropriate actions.
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to Federal guidelines and regulations.
Other duties as assigned. Do You Have What It Takes? A good candidate will bring with them: 1-year degree in Radiographic technology
Current SC license for radiographic technology
Limited Practice Radiographer-General Certification accepted
Healthcare Provider CPR certification
Trained in

OSHA/HIPAA

compliance
Willing to work 12 hour shifts and weekends
Willing to work at other centers as needed
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to reflect our mission, vision, and values through actions and conduct. An ideal candidate would also have: 2-year degree in Radiographic technology
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