Radiologic Technologist — $20K Sign-On, Growth & Impact

Geisinger; Shamokin (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking Radiologic Technologists to administer ionizing radiation for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, performing radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and ensuring data accuracy for diagnosis. New graduates must obtain ARRT-R within 6 months of hire and advance to level 2 within 24 months after hire.

Responsibilities include ensuring proper patient prep, applying ALARA principles, assisting with procedures, and teaching students.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT certification (R) and Basic Life Support required.
• 1 year of related work experience preferred.
• Applicants hired after 2024-03-10 must progress to level 2 within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct patient identification and exam preparation.
• Apply imaging protocols while maximizing patient safety (ALARA).
• Administer medications through vascular access as prescribed.
• Evaluate images for quality and ensure data transfer/archiving.
• Educate and supervise students and other health professionals.
• Assist licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and radiologic procedures.
• Perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures across departments as needed.

Skills

Patient communication

ALARA principles

Image quality assessment

Radiology safety

Education

Specialty Training Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's in related field (preferred)

Tools

ARRT imaging tools

Job description

Geisinger is seeking Radiologic Technologists to administer ionizing radiation for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, performing radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and ensuring data accuracy for diagnosis. New graduates must obtain ARRT-R within 6 months of hire and advance to level 2 within 24 months after hire.

Responsibilities include ensuring proper patient prep, applying ALARA principles, assisting with procedures, and teaching students.