Radiology Tech I — Imaging Excellence & Patient Care

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures across Diagnostic Radiology. You will ensure patient safety, operate X-ray equipment, and serve as the first point of contact for patients during imaging exams.

The role requires ARRT certification, BCLS, and graduation from an approved Radiologic Technology program. You will maintain equipment, uphold hospital policies, and contribute to high-quality patient care in a dynamic academic medical center.

Qualifications

• ARRT-certified radiologic technologist required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from an approved Radiologic Technology program required.

Responsibilities

• Performs all routine X-ray studies in general X-ray, using stationary as well as portable X-ray equipment, on a continuous basis using proper techniques, positioning and anatomical labeling.
• Operates digital equipment, using cassettes and CR system.
• Operates Radiology equipment in the O.R., including C-arms, portable machines, etc.
• Performs Radiographic studies as ordered on nursing units using portable X-ray equipment.
• Practices proper radiation protection techniques (wears film badge at all times, wears body aprons and thyroid shields when necessary, shields patients, collimates films and avoids rerays).
• Prepares supplies and patient radiographic exams.
• Ensures that exam room is clean, orderly, and with adequate supplies to perform examinations.
• Instruct radiographic students with proper procedures and techniques.
• Maintains equipment in good working order, and contacts Service Company when equipment needs repair or adjustment.
• May perform routine office duties such as reception, placing Radiology orders in RIS, keeping records and processing films when necessary.
• Always verifies patient ID, by way of a minimum of Two (2) identifying pieces of patient information from the patient, such as name and D.O.B.
• Verifies the order by reading written notes, as well as checking for on-line orders.
• Answers all patient questions, practices good customer service by keeping waiting patients informed about delays when they happen.
• Practices hospital policy on effective hand hygiene between cases, etc.
• Helps with other areas in Radiology when assigned or needed.

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Graduation from an approved Radiologic Technology Program

Job description

Penn Medicine is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures across Diagnostic Radiology. You will ensure patient safety, operate X-ray equipment, and serve as the first point of contact for patients during imaging exams.

The role requires ARRT certification, BCLS, and graduation from an approved Radiologic Technology program. You will maintain equipment, uphold hospital policies, and contribute to high-quality patient care in a dynamic academic medical center.