Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Per Diem

Vetted Solutions; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety and high-quality imaging. The role involves adhering to ALARA principles, applying imaging protocols, and maintaining meticulous documentation.

Responsibilities include patient identification, protocol optimization, image evaluation, and education of students and staff during fluoroscopic and specialized procedures, including non-radiology settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology required.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registration within six months.
• Applicants hired after a specified date are required to advance to level 2 within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Obtain correct patient identification and verify clinical history, ensuring confidentiality.
• Apply imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and follow ALARA principles to maximize patient safety and care.
• Prepare and/or administer medications via vascular access as prescribed, documenting activities.
• Evaluate images for proper positioning and quality, ensuring proper data storage and transfer.
• Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers during fluoroscopic and specialized procedures, including outside of radiology settings.

Skills

ALARA principles

Patient identification

Image evaluation

Clinical workflow

Quality control

Education

Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Role Overview: Radiologic Technologists perform diagnostic, therapeutic, or research ionizing radiation procedures, including radiographic and fluoroscopic exams, to assist licensed practitioners in diagnosis and treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain correct patient identification, verify clinical history, and ensure proper preparation for exams while maintaining confidentiality.
• Utilize appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and apply ALARA principles to maximize patient safety and care.
• Prepare and/or administer medications via vascular access as prescribed, documenting activities accurately.
• Evaluate images for proper positioning and quality, ensuring proper data storage and transfer.
• Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers, assisting with fluoroscopic and specialized procedures, including outside of radiology settings.

Qualifications & Skills: Graduate of a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology required; a Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred. New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registration within six months. Applicants hired after a specified date are required to advance to level 2 within 24 months.

Work Environment & Compliance: Work is performed in a clinical setting, adhering to all policies and procedures. Additional department-specific skills may be necessary for successful performance.