Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Regional Float

Azza HealthCare Agency; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and research imaging procedures. They independently execute radiographic and fluoroscopic exams, ensuring patient safety, proper positioning, and image quality while adhering to ALARA principles.

The role includes preparing and administering medications, evaluating images, and assisting licensed practitioners during procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registration within 6 months.
• Applicants hired after a specific date must complete steps to advance to level 2 within 24 months.
• Strong understanding of radiation safety, patient care, and imaging techniques.

Responsibilities

• Obtain correct patient identification, verify clinical history, and prepare patients for exams.
• Utilize appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and ensure safety.
• Prepare and administer medications as prescribed.
• Evaluate images for quality, verify data transfer, and post-process images if needed.
• Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized procedures.
• Perform radiographic procedures in various clinical settings.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Radiation safety

Patient care

Education

Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Radiologic Technologist responsible for performing diagnostic, therapeutic, and research imaging procedures. We are seeking a Radiologic Technologist responsible for performing diagnostic, therapeutic, and research imaging procedures. They independently execute radiographic and fluoroscopic exams, ensuring patient safety, proper positioning, and image quality while adhering to ALARA principles. The role involves preparing and administering medications, evaluating images, and assisting licensed practitioners during procedures. Additionally, they educate and monitor students and healthcare providers, and perform procedures outside the radiology department, such as in operating rooms or ICUs.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain correct patient identification, verify clinical history, and prepare patients for exams.
• Utilize appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and ensure safety.
• Prepare and administer medications as prescribed.
• Evaluate images for quality, verify data transfer, and post-process images if needed.
• Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized procedures.
• Perform radiographic procedures in various clinical settings.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology; Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registration within 6 months.
• Applicants hired after a specific date must complete steps to advance to level 2 within 24 months.
• Strong understanding of radiation safety, patient care, and imaging techniques.

We promote a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment, offering comprehensive healthcare benefits and opportunities for professional growth.