X-Ray Technologist Full-Time Day Shift

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

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic radiographic procedures in accordance with radiation-protection principles and applicable local, state, and federal standards. The technologist works at the Orthopedic Specialty Pavilion and rotates through all areas of diagnostic radiology. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with no call. The role includes holiday rotation and may require evening work in the hospital on days when orthopedics ends at 4:00 p.m., as well as work in the operating room as needed at the specialty pavilion. The technologist identifies patients and exams, performs radiographic services with appropriate care, evaluates technical quality, supports continuity of care, and educates patients about procedures and examinations. The role also involves using appropriate RIS/HIS modules, contributing to quality assurance and performance improvement, maintaining assigned equipment and supplies, following downtime procedures, and maintaining professional development through in-services or continuing education.

Requirements

Graduate of an ARRT-recognized education program, or ARRT registered, or ARRT registry eligible.
If not already registered, pass the ARRT registry within one year of hire.
New Jersey staff must hold a current New Jersey State Radiologic Technologist License through the NJ Department of Environmental Protection and be registered before the date of hire.
Current BLS certification required within three months of hire.
Computer usage experience required.
Ability to meet the stated physical and sensory requirements, including frequent hand and finger use, standing or walking, assisted patient handling, lifting and moving objects, bending, and raising arms above shoulder level.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a radiologic technologist is preferred.
Ongoing training in department procedures.

Responsibilities

Identify patients and examinations correctly and perform diagnostic radiographic services with maximum care while evaluating technical quality.
Maintain technical continuity of care and educate patients about radiological procedures and examinations.
Use the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to job responsibilities.
Assist in gathering and recording data for the Radiology Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement program.
Take responsibility for the assigned area and ensure necessary equipment and supplies are available.
Follow downtime procedures accurately to support continuity of care.
Maintain professional development through participation in in-services and/or continuing education and by maintaining a personal education binder.
Complete an annual peer review of films that meets department standards.
Understand patient condition, history, and relevant background information pertinent to proposed examinations.
Rotate through all areas of diagnostic radiology.
Work holiday rotation and, as needed, evening shifts in the hospital and in the operating room at the specialty pavilion.