Radiologic Technologist Per Diem / Urgent Care - Westmont

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Virtua Health in New Jersey seeks a licensed radiologic technologist to administer ionizing radiation to patients for diagnostic purposes and perform a wide variety of radiologic procedures in accordance with established protocols. The role requires operating all radiographic equipment safely and ALARA guidelines.

The successful candidate supports Virtua's mission, adheres to policies, and may train new staff. One-year commitment and sign-on bonus apply for eligible new hires.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T.).
• NJDEP licensure required.
• CPR certification preferred.

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.

Skills

Radiologic procedures

ALARA compliance

Documentation

Training staff

Education

AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program

Tools

RIS

PACS

Web Viewer

ADW workstation

Job description

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

• One-year commitment *

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 AMA approved school of Radiologic 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:

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: 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.