Radiologic Technologist - Radiology OR
Company: UNC Health
Location: Chapel Hill
Posted on: March 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over
40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and
well-being of the unique communities we serve. *This position
qualifies for a $15,000 commitment incentive which will be paid
over a three (3) year work commitment. Learn more about the
incentive program here:
https://jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/imaging-commitment-incentive-program
Summary: Conducts routine procedures and tests using radiology
equipment to acquire patient diagnostic data. Prepares for and
assists the radiologist in completion of intricate radiographic
procedures including preparation and administration of contrast
media and medications in accordance with state and federal
regulations. Performs patient assessments and provides patient
care. Evaluates the appropriateness of examination and assesses the
quality of radiographic images. Monday - Friday; 12:30pm-9:00pm.
This is an OR tech position with responsibilities in the operating
room. Responsibilities: 1. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of all
aspects of General Diagnostic Radiology, is familiar with and
adheres to Departmental Protocols and Policy and Procedures of UNC
Healthcare System, obtains RT(R) credentials and maintains Active
Status using technical knowledge and ability to assist in actively
troubleshooting work unit problems with respect to equipment and
protocols. 2. Ensures that patient demographic, emulsion markers,
and examination requested are correct, critiques, orients and saves
all pertinent images, transmits QA-ed images to PACS, ensures that
all images reach PACS, documents completion and/or cancellation of
all procedures in RIS, documenting comments when appropriate,
maintains image management equipment, reporting any equipment
problem to appropriate resources, utilizes PACS and HIS system for
obtaining additional study data. 3. Conducts routine procedures and
tests using radiology equipment to acquire patient diagnostic data.
4. Performs work in a timely manner, performs quality radiographic
images on a consistent and on-going basis, analyzes request and
draws appropriate conclusions for examination and action plan,
reviews radiographic orders and images and correlates patient
demographic information, ensuring accuracy of information, reviews
daily schedule and/or status of patients waiting in department for
examinations, maintains a clean and safe work environment,
documents incidents and advises area supervisor of improvement
opportunities for the work unit. 5. Uses RIS,CIS,PACS and SMS
effectively and appropriately to access information and document
status of procedures, modifies all necessary orders for
appropriateness, completes exam in RIS System, QC's and transmits
information to PACS, verifies that all information has arrive
properly into PACS. 6. Verifies patient identity, obtains patient
history relevant to examination order, verifies pregnancy status
before administering ionizing radiation, assesses patients physical
condition and develops an action plan for performing examination,
assesses patients condition to determine if additionally medical
personnel and or equipment is needed and takes appropriate action,
assists patients that require extra attention, reacts to emergency
situations, insures patient safety. Other Information Other
information: Education Requirements: ? Associate's degree or
completion of an accredited Radiologic Sciences Program. If degree
is not yet complete, candidates may be selected contingent on
completing a degree program within 90 days of hire.
Licensure/Certification Requirements: ? Registered by the American
Registry of Radiological Sciences or registry eligible and become
registered within one (1) year from date of hire. (Registry
eligible candidates must provide a copy of diploma from accredited
program.) Must maintain registry status and continuing education
requirements annually. ? Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare
Provider certification Professional Experience Requirements: ? No
prior experience required. Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities
Requirements: ? Knowledgeable of radiation protection and safety in
addition to general and electrical safety, infection control, TB
and standard precautions. Job Details Legal Employer: STATE Entity:
UNC Medical Center Organization Unit: Radiology OR Work Type: Full
Time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Salary Range: $26.85 - $38.61
per hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and
internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule:
Variable Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill Exempt From Overtime:
Exempt: No This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care
System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an
employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate
in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating
in those plans at UNC Health. Qualified applicants will be
considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,
or status as a protected veteran. UNC Health makes reasonable
accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices
and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities.
All interested applicants are invited to apply for career
opportunities. Please email
applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable
accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career
opportunity.
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