Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.  Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

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Augusta University-

 

Our Health Sciences Campus:

1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

 

Our Summerville Campus:

2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University, we provide dental education to the next generation of professionals by offering hands-on education through innovative research, patient care, and service. Join other dental providers to improve the oral health of Georgia and beyond. The DCG was founded to provide the people of Georgia with quality dental care by educating students in dentistry. As a patient, you have the option to receive treatment in one of our three different practice models consisting of student clinics, resident care, or in the faculty practice.  All dental treatments can be completed by the specialists in our facility.  We also serve patients in more than 20 clinics across Georgia.

The primary responsibility of this position is to support the Radiology department with clinical needs, administrative requirements, quality assurance, and teaching.

The duties include, but are not limited to: 

RADIOLOGICAL TECHNICAL SKILLS 
Acquire dental radiographic procedures to include but not limited to: panoramic imaging, cephalometric imaging, hand-wrist imaging, TMJ imaging, intraoral imaging, advanced 3-dimensional imaging (cone beam computed tomography), NoMAD hand-held x-ray unit.
Competence in computer applications to include but not limited to: Digital processing, Digital imaging 
software (includes 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional imaging software), Transfer of electronic data in 
compliance with HIPAA requirements, Electronic Health Record entry, Microsoft applications (ex. excel, word), student grading modules (ex. D2L, pounce, axium).
TEACHING STUDENTS 
Assist with radiology lab sessions for dental and dental hygiene students.
Help teach dental students in the radiology clinic acquire radiographs on patients and digital processing images.
Ensure accurate completion of radiographic procedures and orders in electronic health record.
Ensure that students follow proper infection control and radiation safety procedures.
Check radiographs and diagnostic quality, approve radiographs.
Advise and assist with retakes of radiographs when necessary.
Assist students as needed with digital imaging software.
Maintain log of student requirements for radiology clinic procedures.
Supply and file clinical grading forms for student teaching.
Assist with grade entry for student learning objectives in the radiology clinic.
TRAINING STAFF 
Conduct clinical training for dental assistants to include intraoral and extraoral imaging techniques.
Maintain and store training mannequins.
Troubleshoot issues with the storage and display of radiographic images.
PATIENT CARE 
Acquire imaging on screening patients and patients referred from DCG clinics and outside clinicians.
Support Faculty practice including external referrals for CT overreads as well as internal referrals
MAINTENANCE OF RADIOLOGY CLINIC 
Quality control of imaging receptors, extraoral radiographic equipment, and digital processing equipment.
Troubleshoot mechanical and computer related issues, report to appropriate personnel as needed.
Stock materials for radiographic exams.
Ensure proper infection control procedures are followed in radiology clinic and scanning room.
Maintenance of clinical areas and scanning room to include but not limited to: periodically inspect radiology equipment for damage, periodic cleaning and disinfection of equipment, operatories, and processing room, calibration of cone beam computed tomography unit.
Maintain equipment used in intraoral radiographic exams.
Package radiology instruments to autoclave bags for sterilization.
Clean and wrap imaging plates.
Maintain exposure Log.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES 
Scheduling appointments for dental radiology patients.
Create and maintain electronic accounts for CBCT radiology referrals.
Transfer radiology reports and radiographic images (including CBCT scans) to outside referrals.
Communicate with the DCG business office to ensure correct billing information.
Ensure accurate completion of radiographic orders in patients' electronic health record.
Troubleshoot and assist with radiology related problems in outside clinics of the DCG.
Order supplies 
Continuing Education requirements for ARRT if applicable.
Annual compliance training required for DCG employees.
Maintain CPR certification.
Assist students, faculty, and residents in preparing radiographs for board exams.
Import radiographs into digital viewing software.
Inspect exposure settings and radiographic equipment of DCG clinics as needed.
Assist with radiology research projects.
Perform image transfers and deletions accurately using MiPACS updater software.

OTHER: Perform other duties as assigned. 

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in radiography and AART registry eligible.

KNOWLEDGE

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases

 

SKILLS

Radiologic Technology skills including competence in computer application

 

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Teach and evaluate students and train staff

Administrative duties involving radiology imaging and transmission.

Radiology Clinical duties: acquire radiographs to include but not be limited to panoramic, cephalometric, cone beam computed tomography, TMJ, intraoral and hand-wrist images. 

Shift: Days/M-F
Pay Band: B10
Salary: Minimum $25.24/hour - Midpoint: $28.11/hour
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period:9/11/2026- Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

 

Consider applying with us today!

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

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