General Diagnostic Radiology Technologist- Evenings

Geisinger • Danville, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Radiologic Technologists administer ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes. The role performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of, and for interpretation by, a licensed practitioner. Technologists independently perform procedures or assist the licensed practitioner, and prepare, administer, and document medication and radiation-exposure activities in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and institutional policy. This position primarily supports hospital inpatient and emergency department services. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The role is accountable for meeting job-specific obligations and complying with organizational policies and procedures; department-specific orientation competencies and skills are also essential.

Requirements

• Graduate from a specialty training program in Radiologic Technology.
• Hold Basic Life Support certification.
• Hold Radiography (R) certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); new graduates must obtain ARRT-R registration within six months of hire.
• Applicants hired after March 10, 2024, must complete the steps required to advance to level 2 within 24 months.
• Skills in communication, organizing, precepting, and radiology.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the correct order is obtained, the patient is properly identified and prepared, and the clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Use appropriate imaging protocols and optimize technical factors to maximize patient safety and care, applying ALARA principles.
• Prepare and/or administer medications through new or existing vascular access sites as prescribed by a licensed practitioner, as applicable.
• Evaluate images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality, verify archival storage and/or data transfer, and post-process data when applicable.
• Educate and monitor students and other health care providers.
• Assist the licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized radiologic procedures.
• Perform diagnostic radiographic and noninterpretive fluoroscopic procedures prescribed by a licensed practitioner, including procedures outside the Radiology Department, such as in the operating room, Endoscopy, or ICU.

Benefits

• $30,000 sign-on bonus for eligible applicants.
• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision and dental coverage and coverage for domestic partners.
• Collaborative, cooperative, and collegial work atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed