Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Evenings

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations in a clinical setting. The role requires proper patient positioning, exposure techniques, and familiarity with equipment across modalities.

You will review patient characteristics to tailor exams and assist physicians during procedures. You will participate in QA/QC activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to student training as part of a collaborative radiology team in

Qualifications

• Performs standardized radiological radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations with correct patient positioning and exposure techniques.
• Assists physician with various procedures.
• Reviews patient size, age, and condition to tailor examination approaches.
• Maintains records and notations for exams and equipment.
• Participates in Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures as required.

Responsibilities

• Performs standardized radiological radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations utilizing proper patient position, identification and exposure techniques.
• Assists physician with various procedures.
• Reviews and analyzes patient body size, thickness, age, physical condition, and suspected pathology in performing examinations.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and the need for adjustments or repairs.
• Maintains related records and notations.
• Participates in Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures as required.

Skills

Radiographic examinations

Fluoroscopy operation

Radiation safety

QA/QC involvement

Student training

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.