Radiology Technologist (Per Diem) - Washington Township Campus NJ
About The Position
The Radiology Technologist performs x-ray scans of patient's internal anatomy to aid physicians in diagnosing illnesses, diseases, or injuries. Executes radiologic services in compliance with relevant laws and regulations and provides consultation advice to patients and radiology professionals. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures. Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Appropriately positions radiographic equipment or x-ray film to produce images with necessary detail or contrast in order to assist with diagnosis and treatment. Explains radiographic procedure to the patient, obtains complete and accurate history relevant to the examination to being performed. Communicates effectively with the patient. Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards, including placement of shields/aprons in order to limit radiation exposure. Implements and monitors local, state and national regulations, standards, requirements and clinical protocols for radiologic imaging services. Maintains x-ray equipment by performing scheduled cleaning/tests and documents results. Maintains and updates patient and study information to ensure billing and RIS/PACS accuracy; handles patient records while maintaining patient confidentiality. Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control. Responsible for maintaining continuing education required for licenses and job position. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Knowledge of RIS systems
- Knowledge of PAC’s systems
- Graduate of an approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) program or current validated Registry from ARRT in Radiology Technology (R).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
- License as required by state.
Nice To Haves
- ARRT (R), (CT) Preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs x-ray scans of patient's internal anatomy to aid physicians in diagnosing illnesses, diseases, or injuries.
- Executes radiologic services in compliance with relevant laws and regulations and provides consultation advice to patients and radiology professionals.
- Delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
- Appropriately positions radiographic equipment or x-ray film to produce images with necessary detail or contrast in order to assist with diagnosis and treatment.
- Explains radiographic procedure to the patient, obtains complete and accurate history relevant to the examination to being performed.
- Communicates effectively with the patient.
- Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards, including placement of shields/aprons in order to limit radiation exposure.
- Implements and monitors local, state and national regulations, standards, requirements and clinical protocols for radiologic imaging services.
- Maintains x-ray equipment by performing scheduled cleaning/tests and documents results.
- Maintains and updates patient and study information to ensure billing and RIS/PACS accuracy; handles patient records while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control.
- Responsible for maintaining continuing education required for licenses and job position.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts.
- Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service.
- All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
