Part-Time Radiology Technologist - University Health Services

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University’s University Health Services seeks a Registered Radiologic Technologist for a PRN (as needed) role. The position requires a Bachelor's degree or higher with 3+ years of radiology experience, phlebotomy, and ARRT certification.

The candidate should be proficient with digital radiology equipment, PACS, EMR, and related software, and able to maintain ALARA standards. Responsibilities include patient preparation and positioning, confirming orders, specimen collection, inventory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with 3+ years radiology experience.
• Phlebotomy experience required.
• Graduate from an accredited radiology program and ARRT registered in good standing.
• Knowledge of diagnostic laboratory tests and venipuncture; specimen collection.
• Familiar with digital radiology equipment, PACS, EMR and related software.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for radiology procedures, verify identity, obtain complete history, explain procedure and instruct on positioning.
• Adjust settings for patient body habitus to ensure accurate exposure per ALARA.
• Perform processing of specimens, sample collection.
• Review and process orders for laboratory testing for patients.
• Assist with inventory and stocking of supplies; communicate with clinical staff and outside providers.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Digital radiology

PACS

EMR

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

ARRT-certified

Accredited radiology program graduate

Tools

PACS

EMR

Radiology software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State, University Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Registered Radiologic Technologist to join their team. This PRN (as needed) position will work hours as needed for coverage during the weekdays Monday through Friday including Saturdays (11am - 3pm) (Saturdays are only during the fall and spring semesters)

Job Responsibilities include:

• Prepare patients for radiology procedures while ensuring proper patient identification, obtain complete history, explain procedure and instruct patient in positioning
• Adjust proper settings for patient body habitus to ensure accurate exposure in adherence to As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principle
• Perform processing of specimens, sample collection
• Review and process orders for laboratory testing for patients
• Assist with inventory and stocking of supplies and communicate patient information with the clinical staff and outside providers

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree or higher and 3+ years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Phlebotomy experience is required
• Must be a graduate from an accredited radiology program and registered, in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Must display a strong knowledge of various diagnostic laboratory tests, be proficient in performing venipuncture procedures and experienced in specimen collection and processing
• Must be familiar with digital radiology equipment, Picture Archiving Systems (PACs), Electronic Medical Records and various software programs
• Must be detail oriented, display good time management skills, committed to fostering a diverse environment, empathetic and able to communicate effectively to patients and peers
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and compliance, equipment calibrations and quality control are essential

This is a PRN (as needed) position with no guaranteed weekly hours.

This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

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