Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Per Diem

Geisinger; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental and vision benefits

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Radiologic Technologist responsible for performing radiographic and fluoroscopic exams, operating equipment, and maintaining records in a clinical setting. The role requires proper patient positioning, adherence to safety protocols, and collaboration with physicians and students during training.

Graduate from Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology is required, with active QA/QC involvement.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology.
• Experience operating radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
• Knowledge of patient positioning and safety protocols.
• Familiarity with QA/QC procedures and medical records.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations with proper patient positioning and exposure techniques.
• Operates and maintains radiology equipment.
• Sets up immobilization and radiation protection devices.
• Reviews patient size and condition to tailor examinations.
• Assists physicians during procedures.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and necessary repairs.
• Maintains related records and notations.
• Participates in Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures.
• Involved in training students.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Fluoroscopy

Patient positioning

Equipment operation

Quality Assurance

Education/training patients

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology

Tools

Radiology equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for performing a variety of standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations, equipment operation, and for maintaining related records.

Job Duties

• 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.

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required)

About Geisinger

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES:

• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all.

We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.