Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Regional Float - Nights

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Vision and dental coverage

Support for domestic partners

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Pennsylvania is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures. The role involves administering radiation for various purposes, ensuring patient safety, and preparing and documenting medication activities. Applicants should have completed a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology, and those with minimum related experience will be preferred. The position offers a supportive clinical environment and competitive benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience is preferred.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry within 6 months of hire.
• Applicants hired after March 10, 2024, must complete steps for advancing to level 2 within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Ensure proper order is obtained and patient is prepared for exam.
• Educate and monitor students and other health care providers.

Skills

Radiographic procedures

Patient safety

Data analysis

Medication administration

Fluoroscopy

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

Radiology equipment

Patient management systems

Job description

Job Summary

$25,000 sign‑on bonus for eligible applicants! This position also offers a $6/hr premium on top of the base pay rate. The position rotates through the northeast region. 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)

Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body

Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.

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.