Diagnostic Radiology Technologist – Sign-On Bonus

Geisinger

Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Geisinger is seeking Radiologic Technologists to perform a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, administering radiation under licensed supervision and ensuring patient safety in a clinical setting. You will prepare, document and verify data, manage imaging studies, and assist with exams in operating rooms, ICU, and other areas.

New graduates must obtain ARRT-R within 6 months of hire; applicants hired after March 10, 2024 must complete level 2 steps within 24 months.

Qualifications

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required).
Bachelor's Degree in related field (Preferred).
ARRT-R registry within 6 months of hire (New graduates).
ARRT certification in Radiography and Basic Life Support (Required).
Experience or ability to perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.

Responsibilities

Perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures with adherence to ALARA principles.
Identify patients, verify clinical history, and document exam details.
Prepare and administer medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
Evaluate image quality and ensure proper data storage and transfer.
Educate and monitor students and other healthcare providers.
Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized procedures.
Perform procedures in OR, Endoscopy, ICU and other settings as needed.

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

$30,000 sign on bonus for eligible applicants!! This position also offers a $6/hr. premium on top of the base pay rate. 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.

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

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. 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.

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