RAD Tech (Every Other Weekend 3p-7p)

Nemours; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health seeks a Radiology Technologist to support the Radiology team in Wilmington, DE. This casual/part-time PRN role performs x-ray and fluoroscopic procedures under physician direction, ensuring patient safety and image accuracy.

Responsibilities include PACS documentation, contrast administration, and equipment maintenance. ARRT program completion and DE licensure within 90 days are required, with BLS at hire.

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 Radiology Technologist license within 90 days.
• BLS via American Heart Association required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients/caregivers and provide preparation instructions.
• Know diagnostic imaging protocols and radiation safety; operate radiology equipment.
• Identify patients, label images, PACS data entry and retrieval.
• Prepare, administer, and document contrast media per protocols.
• Screen patients for contraindications prior to imaging.
• Work well in teams; contribute to continuous quality improvement.
• Assist in training new associates and students.
• Ensure equipment function and report unsafe conditions.
• Maintain flexibility to cover schedule; communicate clearly.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Radiology knowledge

Critical thinking

Education

ARRT-accredited program

ARRT registration within 90 days

Delaware radiology license within 90 days

BLS certification (AHA)

Tools

PACS

Job description

Nemours Children's Health is seeking a RAD Tech (Casual/PRN) to join our Radiology team in Wilmington, Delaware.

Schedule: Casual, part-time EVERY OTHER WEEKEND, 3P-7P

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.

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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 .