Diagnostic Radiology Technologist (all modalities) up to $25,000 Sign on Bonus

Asct; Lewistown (Mifflin County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Radiologic Technologist to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing a variety of diagnostic procedures using ionizing radiation, ensuring patient safety, and adhering to regulatory standards. You will work in a clinical environment, collaborating with licensed practitioners to provide exceptional care. This position offers the opportunity to educate and mentor students while advancing your skills in a supportive atmosphere. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a compassionate team, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• ARRT-R registry required within 6 months for new graduates.
• 1 year of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist in radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Evaluate images for quality and ensure proper documentation.
• Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers.

Skills

Radiographic Procedures

Fluoroscopic Procedures

Patient Safety

Technical Quality Evaluation

Medication Administration

Teaching and Mentoring

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Tools

Radiographic Equipment

Job description

Job Summary: Radiologic Technologists are responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A Radiologic Technologist 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. Radiologic Technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Radiologic Technologists prepare, administer, and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

Job Duties:

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
• Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
• Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
• Assisting the licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized radiologic procedures.
• Performing diagnostic radiographic and noninterpretive fluoroscopic procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner, including those procedures performed outside of the Radiology Department (i.e., Operating room, Endoscopy, ICU, etc.).

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details:

• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry within 6 months of the date of hire.
• Applicants hired after March 10, 2024, must complete steps required for advancing to level 2 within 24 months.

Education: Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)

Experience: Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s): Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.