General Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - GSWB - Per Diem - Days

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an x-ray Technologist I to join their team at Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre. The role involves performing radiographic examinations and equipment operation, contributing to quality patient care. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and education in radiologic technology. This position encourages a collaborative environment and takes pride in a diverse workforce.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits from day one

Vision and dental coverage

Collaborative work environment

Support for diverse backgrounds

Qualifications

• Certification as a Certified Radiology Technologist (ARRT) is required.
• Basic Life Support Certification must be current.
• Successful completion of a Radiologic Technology program.

Responsibilities

• Perform standardized radiological radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations.
• Review patient body characteristics to ensure proper examination.
• Assist in various medical procedures and maintain records.

Skills

Radiographic examinations

Fluoroscopy

Patient care

Equipment operation

Quality Assurance

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology

Tools

Radiology equipment

Job description

Location:

Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre (GSWB)

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

No

Job Summary:

This posting reflects an opening for a x-ray 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 Technx-ray ologist II based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Responsible for performing a variety of standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations, equipment operation, and for maintaining related records.

Job Duties:

• Performs standardized radiological radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations utilizing proper patient position, identification and exposure techniques.
• Knowledgeable in operation of all equipment within modality.
• Sets up and adjusts immobilization and radiation protective equipment and devices.
• Reviews and analyzes patient body size, thickness, age, physical condition, and suspected pathology in performing examinations.
• Assists physician with various procedures.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and the need for adjustments or repairs.
• Maintains related records and notations.
• Assists in Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures as required.
• Participates in the educational training of students.

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:

Education:

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required)

Experience:

Certification(s) and License(s):

Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body, Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Skills:

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, 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.