Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Evenings

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 sign-on bonus

Union workforce

Educational training of students

Job summary

Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre (GSWB) is seeking an X-ray Tech I for the evening shift. The role requires graduation from a radiologic technology program with ARRT and BLS certification, and involves operating imaging equipment, assisting physicians, and training students in a clinical setting.

This regular, full-time position offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus for eligible applicants and a unionized environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a specialty radiologic technology program.
• ARRT certification and BLS required.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic and fluoroscopic exams with proper patient positioning and exposure.
• Operate radiology equipment and ensure protective measures.
• Assess patient size, age and condition before imaging and adjust accordingly.
• Assist physicians during procedures and document findings.
• Report equipment issues and coordinate repairs when needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and notations.
• Participate in QA/QC procedures and student training.
• Adhere to all organizational policies in a clinical setting.

Skills

Communication

Organizing

Preceptor skills

Radiology

Education

Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology

ARRT Certification

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Job description

Location: Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre (GSWB)

Shift: Evenings (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Worker Type: Regular

Exemption Status: No

Job Title: X-ray Tech I

Sign on bonus: $20,000 for eligible applicants

Union: Yes

Geisinger reserves the right to consider applicants for higher levels of this role, including X-ray Tech II, based on their skills, qualifications, and experience.

Job Duties

• Perform standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations utilizing proper patient position, identification, and exposure techniques.
• Operate equipment within the modality and adjust immobilization and radiation protective equipment.
• Review and analyze patient body size, thickness, age, physical condition, and suspected pathology before examinations.
• Assist physicians with various procedures.
• Report equipment malfunctions and need for adjustments or repairs.
• Maintain related records and notations.
• Assist in quality assurance and quality control procedures as required.
• Participate in educational training of students.
• Work in a clinical environment and comply with all organizational policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology (Required).
• Certifications: Basic Life Support Certification (Default Issuing Body) and Certified Radiology Technologist – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Skills

• Communication
• Organizing
• Preceptor skills
• Radiology

Equal Opportunity Employer

Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.