Radiology Technologist (X Ray Tech Outpatient), Opportunities at Multiple Outpatient Locations (Part Time, Weekends, Per Diem)

St. Luke’s University Health Network•Allentown, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Here at St. Luke’s, PCRAFT values are the guiding core principles of our health care team and the qualities we strive for with every encounter. Pride, caring, respect, accountability, flexibility, and teamwork are the qualities our team will deliver every time. As a patient or prospective employee, you can count on every member of the St. Luke’s team to display PCRAFT values in every situation. The Radiology Technologist/ X-Ray Technologist performs diagnostic radiographic procedures adhering to the principle of radiation protection, according to local, state and federal standards. Radiology Technologist positions may be available in Care Now or Medical Offices in the following cities: Allentown Bethlehem Brodheadsville Center Valley Easton East Stroudsburg Hamburg Hazelton, Jim Thorpe, Pocono Summit Kutztown Lehighton, Palmerton Macungie Mahanoy City Northampton Pottsville, Orwigsburg Quakertown, Pennsburg Tamaqua Whitehall Wind Gap SHIFT DETAILS: Part time, less than 36 hours per week. Per Diem, as needed, as scheduled. Weekend Shifts: premium weekend rates plus benefits. Positions may be available on days, evenings, and weekends. Apply now to talk to a recruiter about our current openings!

Requirements

Experience as a radiologic technologist preferred, and ongoing training in department procedures.
Must rotate through all areas of diagnostic radiology.
BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
History of computer usage experience required.
PA CANDIDATE : Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or ARRT registered, or ARRT registry eligible required.
Must pass registry within 1 year of hire date.
Frequent use of fingers and hands to operate equipment, pull x-ray folders and chart information.
Walking or standing for up to 8 hours per shift in 30-minute increments.
Pulling, pushing, and lifting patients up to 300 pounds with assistance.
Lifting and moving objects of up to 30 pounds.
Frequently stooping and bending.
Frequently lifting arms above shoulder level.
Hearing as it relates to normal conversation.
Seeing as it relates to normal vision.

Responsibilities

Properly identifies patient, exam and performs diagnostic radiographic services on patients and is knowledgeable of patient condition, history and appropriate background and information pertinent to proposed examination.
Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job responsibilities.
Assists in gathering and recording data for Radiology Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement program.
Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients, also responsible for the success of the department to achieve hospital Press Ganey score.
Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.
Accountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS.
Verify correct patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record information prior to being sent to PACS.

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