General Diagnostic Radiology Technologist – GMC – Full Time – Evenings

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits starting day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a General Diagnostic Radiology Technologist for the Danville, PA location. The role involves administering ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes, performing radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, and maintaining patient safety and image quality.

New graduates must obtain ARRT-R within 6 months of hire. Position includes a $15,000 sign-on bonus for eligible applicants and a path to higher levels (XRAY Technologist II) based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• ARRT-R registry must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures preferred for role levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct exam order, proper patient identification, and history documentation.
• Apply imaging protocols and maintain ALARA for patient safety and image quality.
• Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and diagnostic procedures in various settings.

Skills

ARRT-R registry awareness

BLS certification

Education

Radiologic Technology training/education

Job description

Job Title: General Diagnostic Radiology Technologist – GMC – Full Time – Evenings

Location: Danville, Pennsylvania

Job Category: Diagnostic Services, Radiology

Schedule: Evenings

Work Type: Full time

Department: Central Region Radiology Operations Team

Date Posted: 01/20/2025

Job ID: R-72120

Job Summary $15,000 Sign on Bonus for eligible applicantsThis posting reflects an opening for a XRAY Technologist I and we are seeking candidates for that position. Geisinger reserves the right to consider applicants for higher levels of this role to include XRAY Technologist II based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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.

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.

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity

Education Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s) Certified Radiology Technologist within 24 months – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Basic Life Support Certification – Default Issuing Body

Our Purpose & Values

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. By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by HourlyJobsNearMe to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer’s data processor SonicJobs. See Geisinger Terms & Conditions at https://www.geisinger.org/en/about-geisinger/Corporate/corporate-policies/terms-of-use and Privacy Policy at https://www.geisinger.org/en/about-geisinger/Corporate/corporate-policies/website-privacy-policy and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/privacy-policy and Terms of Use at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/terms-conditions