Diagnostic Radiology Technologist -Days

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations with precise patient positioning and exposure techniques. You will operate modality equipment, adjust immobilization, and protect patients using shielding devices while supporting physicians during procedures.

The role includes reviewing patient size and condition to tailor exams, documenting records, and assisting in QA/QC activities, as well as participating in student training

Qualifications

• Performs standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations with proper patient positioning and exposure techniques.
• Knowledgeable in operation of all equipment within modality.
• Reviews and analyzes patient size, thickness, age, and condition to perform examinations.

Responsibilities

• Performs standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations utilizing proper patient position, identification and exposure techniques.
• Knowledgeable in operation of all equipment within modality.
• Sets up and adjusts immobilization and radiation protective equipment and devices.
• Reviews and analyzes patient body size, thickness, age, physical condition, and suspected pathology in performing examinations.
• Assists physician with various procedures.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and the need for adjustments or repairs.
• Maintains related records and notations.
• Assists in Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures as required.
• Participates in the educational training of students.

Skills

Patient positioning

Radiographic technique

Fluoroscopy

Tools

Equipment operation

Job description

• Performs standardized radiological radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations utilizing proper patient position, identification and exposure techniques.
• Knowledgeable in operation of all equipment within modality.
• Sets up and adjusts immobilization and radiation protective equipment and devices.
• Reviews and analyzes patient body size, thickness, age, physical condition, and suspected pathology in performing examinations.
• Assists physician with various procedures.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and the need for adjustments or repairs.
• Maintains related records and notations.
• Assists in Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures as required.
• Participates in the educational training of students.

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.