Radiologic Technologist I - Outpatient - FT (40 hours)- Day - West Grove

Christiana Care Health System; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare is seeking a Radiologic Technologist with mammography experience to perform diagnostic radiographic procedures in a comprehensive imaging department. The role requires adherence to ACR and Joint Commission standards and reliable operation of radiology systems.

Responsibilities include quality control, accurate study documentation, patient history collection, and coordination with clinical staff. Mammography certification is preferred and ARRT credentials enhance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Mammography certification within two years of hire when applicable.
• Bone Dosimetry certification when applicable.
• State Licensure on Radiation Protection as required.
• CPR Certification.
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Yearly PEEPS certification for proper and safe positioning and transfer of patients.
• ARRT registered.
• ARRT Mammography Registered when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Operates radiographic equipment per department policy and guidelines.
• Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures and quality control.
• Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (ACR, Joint Commission).
• Records patient study information accurately in care systems.
• Coordinates workflow and patient care activities; obtains clinical history and consent.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and uses 3 identifiers.
• Mentors students and new staff in procedures and safety.
• Assists in coordination with imaging department and other units to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Continuously participates in performance improvement data collection and departmental meetings.

Skills

Radiologic procedures

Mammography experience

Patient care

Education

Two-year Radiologic Tech program

Mammography certification when applicable

Bone Dosimetry certification

State Radiation Licensure

CPR Certification

Associate degree preferred

PEEPS certification

ARRT registered

ARRT Mammography registered

Job description

Are you interested in working for an organization passionate about love and excellence?

ChristianaCareis a nonprofit health system with a mission of service. We believe that the key to providing truly excellent health care is to partner with our patients and their families, building a system of care that is effective, affordable and valuable to everyone who is touched by it.

Shift:

• 7:30am - 4:00pm
• No holiday and no weekends.
• Coverage in other areas as needed.

Primary Function:

To perform diagnostic radiographic procedures according to departmental policy and guidelines.

Mammography experience highly desired.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates complete knowledge and proficiency in the use of radiographic equipment, radiology supported computer systems, and CD burners.
• Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures and quality control as defined by department guidelines.
• Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in ACR and state licenses. Complies with Joint Commission regulations.
• Enter accurate patient study information into the clinical care systems.
• Assist with the coordination of workflow and patient care activities.
• Obtain clinical history regarding reason for examination and obtain appropriate consent.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Uses 3 patient identifiers at all times.
• Actively assists in the learning process of students and new staff in departmental procedures, quality control and radiation safety.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills, acts as liaison OP Imaging department, clinicians, nursing, and ancillary departments to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Ability to assess patients for changes in patient status.
• Participates in collecting data for Performance Improvement surveys.
• Attends departmental meetings and in-services as required.
• Maintains required credentials for CPR, critical skills, and mandatory in-service education.
• Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices.
• Reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.
• Reports to supervisor in a timely manner call back studies and coordinates patient’s return for imaging.

Education Requirements:

• Completion of a two-year accredited program in Radiologic Technology is required.
• Mammography certified when applicable (achieved within two years of hire – when applicable)
• Bone Dosimetry certification when applicable.
• State Licensure on Radiation Protection is as required.
• CPR Certification.
• An associate’s degree is preferred for this position.
• Yearly PEEPS certification required for proper and safe positioning and transfer of patients.

Special Requirements:

• ARRT registered
• Delaware State License if applicable
• ARRT Mammography Registered if applicable - the successful completion of the Mammography Registration exam is a requirement for those performing mammography procedures

This position pays $31.51 to $43.32 based on experience.This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.