Radiographer - Per Diem

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 698,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia seeks a Radiology Technologist to perform diagnostic procedures and support imaging operations. Under supervision, you will ensure image quality, patient safety, and accurate documentation while upholding HIPAA standards.

You will train students and new staff, manage imaging records, and participate in continuing education to meet department requirements. A strong focus on ALARA and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED and a technical radiologic technology program completed.
• ARRT certification required upon hire; CPR certification required.
• Ability to perform general diagnostic radiologic procedures and patient care with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist in general diagnostic radiographic procedures.
• Maintain patient safety and radiation safety following ALARA principles.
• Orient and train radiology students and new staff; maintain records and HIPAA compliance.
• Operate imaging equipment, select technical factors, and ensure proper patient identification.
• Keep Radiology Information System up to date and secure; document exams and dosimetry.

Skills

Radiology imaging

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical Diploma Radiologic Technology

Tools

Radiology Information System

Job description

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About The Job

Under the direction of the Radiology Director and Diagnostic Team Leader, performs a variety of diagnostic Procedures with technical expertise and competency. Understand the daily operations of all radiographic equipment and departmental flow to obtain optimal imaging and patient care for diagnosis and measure of disease.

What You Will Do

• Performs and assists in various general diagnostic procedures that produce optimal imaging with diagnostic quality according to the department’s policy and procedures daily.
• Follows standards for routine diagnostic exams, positioning, patient care and documentation as prescribed in the procedure manual set forth by the imaging department.
• Provide optimal diagnostic imaging and radiation safety for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation
• Selects the appropriate technical factors, safety devices, and operates all imaging equipment as directed
• Assists with orienting and training all radiology students, new employees,
• Maintains constant attention to patient assigned to the technologist
• Identifies Processes Transfers and Archives all patient exams. Maintains all records in accordance with Hospital and Regulatory policy.
• Responsible for proper identification on all exam records and images including patient demographics
• Maintains all HIPAA regulations and policies regarding patient info
• Maintains appropriate records of patient examinations
• Maintains the integrity and security of the Radiology Information System and all other hospital computer systems
• Adheres to federal and state radiation safety guidelines and regulations regarding patient and operator protection, collimation, and shielding.
• Ensures dosimeter badge is worn while he/she is working in the imaging department.
• Document and record the (DAP) Dose Area Product
• Provide radiation protection in accordance with all safety standards and the principle of ALARA to ensure the well-being of patients, hospital personnel, and the general public and while performing any duties
• Conducts self in a professional manner.
• Refers to the Diagnostic Team Leader for any unresolved problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, discipline, and other activities
• Promotes professionalism, continuing education, and staff development
• Participates in the formal in-service program governed by the Radiology Department
• Subject to covering call for holidays.
• Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position
• Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education are required annually.
• Obtains at least 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance
• Completes training and in-services presentations required for the Diagnostic Department
• All other duties as assigned

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiology Technologist (RT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - upon hire - Required and
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Required

Education

• High School Diploma/GED Required
• Technical Diploma Radiologic Technology Required

Experience

• At least two (2) years of work experience and/or trained in a CHOP affiliated program Required
• Pediatric Experience Preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Intermediate knowledge of all forms of diagnostic imaging
• Intermediate knowledge of specific/cross trained area
• Intermediate knowledge of Radiology Information System
• Able to handle multiple tasks
• Good organizational skills
• Good phone etiquette and communication skills
• Promotes Family Centered Care Philosophy
• Age Specific Considerations
• Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position
• Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education are required annually.
• Obtains at least 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance
• Completes training and in-services presentations required for the Radiology Department

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SALARY RANGE:

$15.00 - $507.00 Hourly

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting.