Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Night Shift

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

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and research imaging procedures involving ionizing radiation. You will independently conduct radiographic and fluoroscopic exams, ensuring patient safety and accurate image results.

The role includes preparing and administering medications when prescribed and may involve procedures outside the radiology department, such as in operating rooms or ICUs. Certification timelines apply for new graduates.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT-R certification required within 6 months for new graduates.
• Familiarity with federal and state regulations.
• Strong attention to detail, patient safety, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct radiographic and fluoroscopic exams.
• Ensure proper patient identification and preparation.
• Optimize imaging protocols for safety and quality.
• Assist licensed practitioners with procedures.
• Evaluate images for accuracy.
• Document activities related to medications and radiation exposure.
• Educate patients and healthcare providers.
• Prepare and administer medications when prescribed.
• Perform procedures outside the radiology department (e.g., operating rooms, ICUs).

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient safety

Communication skills

Education

Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Role

Radiologic Technologists perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and research imaging procedures involving ionizing radiation.

Responsibilities

They independently conduct radiographic and fluoroscopic exams, ensure proper patient identification and preparation, optimize imaging protocols for safety and quality, and assist licensed practitioners with procedures. They evaluate images for accuracy, document activities related to medications and radiation exposure, and educate patients and healthcare providers. The role includes preparing and administering medications when prescribed and performing procedures outside the radiology department, such as in operating rooms or ICUs.

Qualifications & Skills

Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology; ARRT-R certification required within 6 months for new graduates; familiarity with federal and state regulations; strong attention to detail, patient safety, and communication skills. Applicants hired after a specific date must progress to level 2 within 24 months.

Key Duties

Obtain correct orders, ensure proper patient preparation, select appropriate imaging protocols, evaluate image quality, verify data storage, and support student and staff education. The role requires adherence to organizational policies and a commitment to safety, excellence, and continuous learning.