**Description** Summary: The Diagnostic Technologist performs a variety of radiographic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. The Technologist is responsible for performing all general radiologic (x-ray) procedures with minimal supervision. May be asked to perform additional responsibilities which include but are not limited to the following: mammography, inventory, Pyxis, daily reports, and aprons, in addition to the responsibilities of a Diagnostic Technologist. Contributes to the quality of patient care delivered and takes an active role in evaluating and improving care. Responsibilities: 1. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform all diagnostic procedures. 2. Is responsible for the review and integration of patient history and clinical data to produce images for physician interpretation. Confirms that the correct patient ID, marker, exam tag, and annotation are correct on all radiographs. 3. Ensures orders and charges are correct. 4. Ensures correct documentation in all systems. 5. Ensures pertinent forms are complete for procedures. 6. Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination or procedure. 7. Sets up and explains imaging procedures to patient. Positions patient for specified diagnostic exams according to department protocols and procedures. 8. Administers prescribed medications and contrast media. Demonstrates knowledge of IV therapy techniques and maintenance. 9. Maintains, cleans, and restocks assigned room and notifies supervisor of unavailable supplies. 10. Works at such a pace and demonstrates organizational skills as to ensure no backlogs of work or undue delays in patient flow. 11. Operates equipment and technology safely and properly. Reports problems or malfunctions to supervisor. 12. Demonstrates a willingness to assist wherever needed. Has an understanding that shifts may have to be altered due to workload or staffing at supervisor’s discretion. 13. Assists Diagnostic Supervisor with instruction of new teammates. 14. Assists the clinical instructor with instruction of student technologists. 15. May be requested to function as In-Charge Technologist in the absence of the Diagnostic Supervisor and Senior Technologist in assigning, delegating, or instructing other technologists and/or students. 16. Is flexible and available to take call as required to ensure coverage for the area. 17. Completes continuing education and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements. 18. Actively participates in staff meetings and on committees as requested. 19. Participates in performance improvement activities. 20. Presents and promotes a professional demeanor at all times, establishes high standards of customer service, supports responsibility, pride, and teamwork, remains calm under pressure, and offers reasonable solutions for problems. 21. Demonstrates appropriate interaction with and provides recommended care and services to all patients. Exhibits knowledge and basic understanding regarding the needs of neonatal, adolescent, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients, and the cultural needs of all patients. Applies knowledge of principles of standard precautions. Routinely uses PPE to avoid risk of exposure to self and others. Other information: Education Completion of two years of formal Radiologic Technology training in a school approved by the Council of Education of the American Medical Association. Licensure/Certification Registration by the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) required or registry eligible. Registration by the ARRT within six months of employment is required. Registration as a Mammography Technologist preferred, or willing to work towards registration. BLS certification required. Experience One-year experience as a Registered Diagnostic Technologist required. Mammography experience helpful but not required. **Job Details** Legal Employer: Wayne Health Entity: Wayne UNC Health Care Organization Unit: Rad.-Diagnostic Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: WAYNE MED Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No 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.