Radiologic Technologist - Per Diem

Geisinger; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits from day one

Vision and dental coverage

Domestic partner benefits

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Radiologic Technologist responsible for administering ionizing radiation for diagnostic and research purposes. You will perform various radiographic procedures, ensuring patient safety while adhering to legal and institutional policies.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate from an accredited Radiologic Technology program, with certifications from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. The role is vital to providing effective patient care and education within a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience preferred.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with clinical imaging protocols is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures as needed.
• Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers.
• Ensure patient safety and optimize care during imaging procedures.

Skills

Patient care optimization

Radiographic procedures

ALARA principles

Technical imaging quality

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Radiography Certification (R) - ARRT

Job description

Location: Geisinger Medical Center Muncy (GMCM)

Shift: Rotation (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Worker Type: Regular

Exemption Status: No

Job Summary

Radiologic Technologists are responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A Radiologic Technologist performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Radiologic Technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Radiologic Technologists prepare, administer, and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

Job Duties

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
• Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
• Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
• Assisting the licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized radiologic procedures.
• Performing diagnostic radiographic and noninterpretive fluoroscopic procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner, including those procedures performed outside of the Radiology Department (i.e., Operating room, Endoscopy, ICU, etc.).
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
• Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Position Details

New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry within 6 months of the date of hire. Applicants hired after March 10, 2024, must complete steps required for advancing to level 2 within 24 months.

Education

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s)

• Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body
• Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Benefits

Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.

EEO Statement

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.