Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority·Cherokee, North Carolina
Perform invasive and non-invasive diagnostic imaging procedures, including radiographic and CT scans, while ensuring patient safety and high image quality. Collaborate with physicians and maintain imaging equipment in compliance with ACR standards.
The Diagnostic Radiologic Imaging Technologist is required to perform invasive and non-invasive procedures on a variety of patients per the needs of the modality/department.
The Diagnostic Radiologic Imaging Technologist is required to utilize sterile techniques, if necessary, operate complex imaging equipment and assist physicians as necessary.
Continuing education, learned skills and experience will be utilized.
This position will function without constant supervision to produce superior quality imaging studies.
The Technologist must routinely work as directed by department managers/supervisors to meet the specific needs of the department.
Performs duties relating to the primary imaging modality in which they are working.
Complexity of Duties
Employee will work under minimal supervision of the Radiology Manager and any requested guidance of the Radiologist.
The Radiology manager provides detailed instructions on new procedures and techniques, and advises on technical problems.
Work is spot checked for diagnostic value and for methods used in conducting the examinations.
Textbooks, technical manuals, research paper/journals and computer sites on Radiology are available for additional guidance.
The employee must maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in the fields of Radiology and Computed Tomography to recommend new methods, examinations and guidelines for adoption.
Procedures change frequently due to new developments and technology in the field.
Responsibility for Accuracy
The purpose of the work is to provide Diagnostic images for diagnosis and treatment to patients. The effect of the employee performance of duties directly correlates to proper diagnosis and or treatment. Clear and accurate studies are essential to enable the physician to evaluate and treat the patient’s condition
Contact with Others
Personal contacts are with patients, patient’s family, and co-workers within the department and in the hospital, Radiologist, Physicians and other professional workers.
Personal contacts are for the purpose of performing the radiologic exam ordered by the physicians.
Contacts with co-workers are to exchange information to resolve problems with equipment, procedures and rescheduling patients and to coordinate work with other technologists when working on procedures, which may require more than one technologist or a team effort.
Contact with patients are to explain the procedure to be performed, patients who are unfamiliar with radiologic examinations and to direct patients on how to move to achieve correct positioning.
Some patients are seriously ill, injured or nervous.
This may require the incumbent to provide reassurance and comfort.
Contacts with professionals outside the department are to demonstrate and explain practical problems and procedures in taking radiographic procedures.
Contact with the Radiologist, in addition to receiving instructions, are to coordinate work efforts to resolve problems.
Contacts with other health care of related disciplines within the hospital, along with outside providers, for the purpose of sharing images, confirming orders or diagnosis to ensure quality care for our patients.
Internal professional contacts include the department directors, coworkers, governmental agencies, vendors and the public to exchange and/or provide information. Interpersonal skills are required along with tact, decorum, and professional etiquette. Incumbent will consistently demonstrate customer service skills and care to patients and internal/external customers by displaying Right Way behaviors and skills.
The employee has access to highly confidential patient medical and personal information. The Privacy Act of 1974 mandates that the incumbent shall maintain complete confidentiality of all administrative, medical and personnel records, and all other pertinent information that comes to his/her attention or knowledge. The Privacy Act carries both civil and criminal penalties for unlawful disclosure of records. Violations of such confidentiality shall be cause for adverse action.
There are long periods of standing, walking, bending and carrying of moderately heavy items, such as detectors, lead shields, and lead aprons, positioning weights, stretchers, wheelchairs and patients. Considerable physical effort involved in pushing and positioning of patients who are unable to assist or cooperate and lifting of totally incapacitated patients.
Close attention to detail and mental concentration for extended periods of time are required.
This is a multi-tasking position, which is subject to frequent interruptions requiring varied responses.
Must deal with multiple situations concurrently.
Must have ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Must frequently use creative thinking to complete tasks or solve problems.
Physical efforts require mobility, reaching, bending, manual dexterity, and visual acuity.
The work environment is in a restricted access area.
Will be exposed to moveable equipment, chemical fumes, patients with contagious diseases, electrical equipment, ionizing radiation, and contamination or infection through accidental needle puncture or exposure to blood and/or body fluids.
Occasional exposures to odor, blood, chemical irritation, and a variety of constant interruption.
Area is supplied with personal protective equipment.
Area has appropriate light and is temperature controlled.
Telephone and computer access are adequate for communications.
There may be occasions when overtime is required.
Will be necessary to work when administrative leave is granted if patient care would be compromised.
Consistently demonstrates superior customer service skills to patients/customers by demonstrating characteristics that align with CIHA’s guiding principles and core values. Ensure excellent customer service is provided to all patients/customers by seeking out opportunities to be of service.
Requires an Associate of Applied Science in Radiography from a JCERT program and ARRT registration in Radiography. Must hold a valid NC state license, BLS certification, and obtain CT registration within two years of hire.
Market context
In North Carolina, allied health laboratory roles typically see steady demand in hospitals, reference labs, and health systems that need certified staff for routine and specialized testing. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a bachelor’s degree, MT ASCP certification, and substantial clinical lab experience, with prior Medical Technologist experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification and experience match before applying.
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