Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Per Diem / Additional Job

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Vision and dental coverage

Benefits for domestic partners

Job summary

Geisinger in Danville, Pennsylvania is seeking a Radiologic Technologist responsible for performing diagnostic, therapeutic, and research imaging procedures. The position requires a graduate from an accredited program with ARRT-R registry within 6 months. Responsibilities include optimizing imaging protocols, patient safety, and evaluating technical quality. Comprehensive healthcare benefits for employees are provided from day one. The role promotes a commitment to patient care and continuous improvement in healthcare protocols.

Qualifications

• New graduates must obtain ARRT‑R registry within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct order is obtained and patient is prepared for exam.
• Utilize appropriate imaging protocols while ensuring patient safety.
• Evaluate images for proper positioning and technical quality.

Skills

Patient care

Diagnostic imaging

ALARA principles

Technical quality evaluation

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program‑Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field of Study

Tools

Radiographic imaging equipment

Fluoroscopic equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Radiologic Technologists are responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A Radiologic Technologist performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Radiologic Technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Radiologic Technologists prepare, administer, and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

Job Duties

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
• Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
• Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
• Assisting the licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized radiologic procedures.
• Performing diagnostic radiographic and noninterpretive fluoroscopic procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner, including those procedures performed outside of the Radiology Department (i.e., Operating room, Endoscopy, ICU, etc.).

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.

Position Details

• New graduates must obtain ARRT‑R registry within 6 months of the date of hire.
• Applicants hired after March 10, 2024, must complete steps required for advancing to level 2 within 24 months.

Education

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program‑Radiologic Technology (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree‑Related Field of Study (Preferred)

Experience

Minimum of 1 year‑Related work experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s)

• Basic Life Support Certification – (Issuing Body)
• Radiography (R) – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits for full‑time and part‑time employees, including vision, dental, and domestic partners, from day one.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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