PRN Radiologic Technologist

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading academic medical center where your skills as a Radiologic Technologist will contribute to groundbreaking healthcare. This role involves performing diagnostic imaging under the guidance of a radiologist, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high standards of accuracy. Collaborate with top professionals in a supportive environment that prioritizes employee well-being and continuous learning. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including tuition assistance, while making a meaningful impact on patient care. Embrace the opportunity to live your life's work in a dynamic and innovative setting.

Benefits

Prepaid Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited radiologic technology program.
• Current registration with ARRT and BCLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality diagnostic imaging examinations.
• Obtain patient history and explain procedures.

Skills

Diagnostic Imaging

Patient Care

Radiographic Positioning

Quality Control Testing

EPIC/RIS/PACS

Education

Radiologic Technology Program

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

RIS

PACS

EPIC

Job description

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Job Title: Radiologic Technologist

Entity: CCH

Location: Chester County Hospital - 701 E Marshall St, West Chester, PA 19380

Hours: 0.01 FTE (PRN), Evening Shift

Position Summary:

• Under the direction of a radiologist, performs high quality diagnostic imaging examinations using ingenuity, initiative and independent judgment of patients in a safe and timely manner, as ordered by physicians.
• Must follow physicians’ orders precisely, maintaining a high degree of accuracy in radiographic positioning and exposure and conform to regulations concerning the use of radiation to protect themselves, their patients, and their co-workers from unnecessary exposure.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs all necessary preparations related to general diagnostic procedures.
• Obtains patient history, explains the procedure, gains consent for contrast material administration and address any patient concerns prior to beginning the procedure.
• Performs all necessary checks for accuracy of the prescription, precertification/authorization if required by individual insurance companies, EPIC / Radiant order and patient identification.
• Perform all procedures following the appropriate imaging protocols. All technical factors should be appropriate for the age of the patient with consideration of the tools available for shielding and dose reduction.
• Compiles and reviews images, provides applicable comparison studies, and prepares documentation for interpretation.
• Performs quality control testing as required.
• Clean, adjust and perform routine maintenance on equipment; stock and replenish supplies as required.
• Proficient in departmental and hospital information technologies such as RIS, PACS, EPIC and job specific related areas.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Satisfactory completion of an accredited radiologic technology program resulting in a two-year certificate and/or associate degree or four year baccalaureate degree.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• New graduates that are board eligible have six months after date of hire to obtain license.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, or any other status protected by applicable law.