General Diagnostic Radiology Technologist Regional Float -Central Region - Days

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated radiologic technologist to perform essential radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations. This role involves utilizing proper patient positioning and exposure techniques while ensuring the operation of all necessary equipment. The ideal candidate will float between various hospital and outpatient locations, providing critical support during staffing shortages and ensuring quality assurance in all procedures. Join a dynamic team where your skills will directly impact patient care and contribute to the overall success of the organization. If you are passionate about radiology and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in operating radiological equipment and performing examinations.
• Ability to assist physicians and maintain quality control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform standardized radiological examinations and assist physicians.
• Maintain records and report equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Patient Positioning

Radiographic Techniques

Fluoroscopy

Quality Assurance/Quality Control

Equipment Operation

Job description

• 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.
• Primary schedule consists of floating between hospitals within a regional location to fill scheduling gaps due to time off and staffing shortages, which includes nights and weekends.

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.

Primary schedule consists of assignments that require floating between hospital and outpatient locations within a region to fill scheduling gaps due to time off, FMLA, staffing shortages, or other coverage needs deemed relevant by radiology leadership. Coverage requirements may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays or any combination.