Diagnostic Radiology Technologist Per Diem

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

Job summary

Geisinger in a clinical setting seeks a radiology technologist to perform standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations, ensuring proper patient positioning and accurate exposure techniques.

You will operate all modality equipment, assist physicians, participate in QA/QC, and contribute to student education while maintaining records and complying with policies.

Qualifications

• Performs standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations using proper patient positioning and exposure techniques.
• Reviews patient size, age and physical condition to determine appropriate exam.
• Maintains related records and notations and adheres to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Performs standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations.
• Operates modality equipment safely and effectively.
• Sets up immobilization and radiation protection devices and procedures.
• Assists physicians during various procedures.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and requests adjustments or repairs.
• Participates in QA/QC procedures and contributes to quality assurance.
• Participates in the educational training of students.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Patient positioning

Equipment operation

Exposure techniques

Protection protocols

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.