Radiologic Technologist Per Diem / Urgent Care - Hammonton

Virtua Health; Hammonton (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtua Health in New Jersey is seeking a licensed radiologic technologist to administer ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes and perform a wide range of radiologic procedures in accordance with approved protocols.

You will operate radiographic equipment safely, follow ALARA guidelines, and assist in training new staff while adhering to Virtua policies and the mission and values.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
• Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
• NJDEP licensure required.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiologic procedures for all patient populations according to radiologist protocols, applying radiation safety and protection at all times.
• Obtains pertinent medical information prior to procedures, reviews and verifies physicians’ orders, and documents correct side, LMP, etc.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of radiographic equipment and hospital computer systems (RIS, PACS, Web viewer, ADW).
• Provides instruction to and assists in training new staff or student radiologic technologists.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Radiation safety

Equipment operation

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology

Tools

RIS

PACS

Web viewer

ADW workstation

Job description

New to Virtua hires are eligible for sign on bonus of $500

Work Schedule

Must work a minimum of 24 hours within each 6-week schedule block.

Shifts will vary, typically 4, 8 or 12 hours.

Times can also vary (8:30a-12:30p, 12:30p-9p, 8:30a-9p, 8:30a-5p, 5p-9p, 3p-9p) depending on the need.

Summary

A licensed practitioner responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation to patients for diagnostic Purposes.

Performs a wide variety of radiologic procedures in accordance with established and approved protocols and standards.

Operates all radiographic equipment in a safe and responsible manner following appropriate ALARA guidelines.

Supports the Virtua Mission and Vision statement and upholds the Virtua Values and STAR behaviors.

Adheres to all Virtua policies and procedures.

Position Responsibilities

• Performs radiologic procedures for all patient populations according to protocols established by the radiologist, while applying principals of radiation safety and protection at all times. Evaluates images with goal of producing radiographic images of the highest diagnostic quality.
• Consistently provides thorough and accurate documentation. Obtains pertinent medical information prior to the procedure, reviews and verifies physicians’ orders. Documents correct side, LMP etc.
• Demonstrates appropriate and effective use of all radiographic equipment and computer systems such as RIS, PACS, Web viewer, ADW workstation and other hospital based computer or PC systems.
• Provides instruction to and assists in training new staff or student radiologic technologists.

Required Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology.

Training/Certifications/Licensure

Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T.)

NJDEP licensure required.

CPR certification preferred.

Salary

$45.00 - $45.00 Hourly

Benefits

• medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
• short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.