RAD Tech (Casual/PRN)

Nemours in; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health in Wilmington, Delaware is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a Casual/PRN role. The technologist will perform x-ray procedures, including fluoroscopy, under physician direction and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Strong knowledge of imaging protocols, radiation safety, PACS, and contrast administration is essential. The position requires ARRT program graduation, ARRT registration within 90 days, and Delaware licensure within 90 days of hire, with BLS

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ARRT program required.
• Completion of clinical hours in an accredited ARRT program required.
• ARRT registration required within 90 days of hire.
• State license eligible; Delaware license required within 90 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform x-ray procedures including fluoroscopy under physician direction.
• Identify patients, ensure accurate image identification and PACS documentation.
• Prepare, administer, and document contrast media per protocols.
• Screen patients for contraindications; maintain radiation safety practices.
• Operate diagnostic imaging equipment and ensure proper function and maintenance.
• Collaborate with team; participate in training of new associates and students.

Skills

Patient care

Radiology protocols

Radiation safety

PACS

Contrast administration

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Training others

Equipment maintenance

Communication

Education

ARRT program graduate

Clinical hours completed

Tools

PACS

Radiology equipment

Job description

RAD Tech (Casual/PRN) (Finance)

Nemours Children's Health is seeking a RAD Tech (Casual/PRN) to join our Radiology team in Wilmington, Delaware. The Radiology Technologist will perform x-ray procedures including fluoroscopic procedures under the direction of a physician with established methods and procedures, is responsible for patient care, proper operation of all general diagnostic equipment. The Radiology Technologist should report to the Diagnostic Radiology Manager who reports to the Radiology Director of Operations. The Radiology Technologist is responsible for participation in departmental and hospital programs for Quality Assessment and Improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making recommendations, and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of Nemours.

The Radiology Technologist is a clinically essential in person associate for the hospital; therefore, the technologist will make every attempt possible to report for work in the event of inclement weather or for a code delta event requiring extra resources.

• Responsible for Patient/caregiver interactions and provide accurate preparation instructions to patient/caregiver with the ability to answer pertinent procedural questions.
• Knowledge of Diagnostic Imaging protocols, radiation safety, and a working knowledge of all radiology equipment.
• Responsible for patient identification, proper identification of all images, PACS interaction and documentation. Operates hospital computer system for patient data entry and retrieval.
• Responsible for the preparation, administration, and documentation of contrast media per departmental protocols.
• Responsible for screening of patients to be imaged for contraindications that may be hazardous to their health or to the safety of others.
• Must have the ability to work well with others, act as a team member. Ability to work independently and engage in critical thinking to improve the quality of care.
• Aids in the training of new associates and students.
• Ensure proper function of equipment by proper usage and maintenance. Reports on unsafe conditions and incidents.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Good communication skills are required. In addition to accepting feedback, asking questions and active communication with counterparts and all departments.

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited ARRT program required. Completion of clinical hours in an accredited ARRT program required.
• ARRT registration required within 90 days of hire.
• State License eligible. State of Delaware Radiology Technologist license required within 90 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association is required upon hire.

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida - along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

Learn more at Nemours.org .