Radiology Technologist ll

genesishcs; New Jersey; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare System in Perry County is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures efficiently and with compassionate care, contributing to accurate diagnoses and patient comfort.

The role requires operating imaging equipment, ensuring image quality, and adhering to radiation safety policies. Cross training into CT or MRI is included, with opportunities to educate patients and support the imaging team.

Qualifications

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (or equivalent) in radiography.
• Licensed by the State of Ohio in Radiology.
• Competence in all diagnostic radiographic procedures performed at this facility.
• Excellent interpersonal, decision-making, facilitation, conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated excellence with listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a complex and changing working environment.
• Demonstrated computer skills and knowledge of computer software related to electronic imaging and clinical information management.
• Ability to focus on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• CPR Certified

Responsibilities

• Operates all diagnostic imaging equipment (radiographic, fluoroscopic, mobile radiology) to complete a variety of diagnostic radiology procedures.
• Produces acceptable images by determining proper technical factors based on individual patients and/or procedures.
• Follows all radiation protection and radiation safety policies.
• Assists physicians in radiographic imaging procedures as required.
• Prepares, assists, and administers contrast media under the direction of a physician.
• Performs IV access for all imaging procedures
• Effectively uses HIS/RIS/PACS to process and access patient data.
• Assists in transportation of patients to and from the department.
• Participates in educating patients and their families.
• Participates in clinical training of radiology students
• Assumes call status during off hours for emergencies.
• Participates in quality assurance/quality control activities.
• Rotation into cross trained modality (CT, MRI)

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Computer skills

CPR Certified

Education

ARRT Radiography Certification

State Radiology License

Tools

HIS

RIS

PACS

Job description

GENESIS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM

In order to fill our Mission of serving our community by helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being by providing compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare services, all employees of Genesis HealthCare System must be committed to living the Genesis Mission and Genesis values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Team, and Innovation. All employees must regard themselves as an ‘owner’ of Genesis and keep our patients at the center of everything we do - always.

Position Details:

Work Shift: Varied Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Department: Perry County Imaging Services

Overview of Position:

Performs radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures on all types of patients in an efficient and caring manner to provide data for the diagnosis of a wide variety of medical conditions. Cross trained into an additional modality Evaluates exams for diagnostic quality while using professional judgment in the performance of services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Operates all diagnostic imaging equipment (radiographic, fluoroscopic, mobile radiology) to complete a variety of diagnostic radiology procedures.
• Produces acceptable images by determining proper technical factors based on individual patients and/or procedures.
• Follows all radiation protection and radiation safety policies.
• Assists physicians in radiographic imaging procedures as required.
• Prepares, assists, and administers (as appropriate) contrast media under the direction of a physician.
• Performs IV access for all imaging procedures
• Effectively uses computer systems (such as HIS, RIS, PACS) to process, access and distribute appropriate department and patient procedure information.
• Assists in transportation of patients to and from the department.
• Participates in providing education and information to patients and their families.
• Participates in clinical training of radiology students by providing instruction, supervision and evaluation as required.
• Assumes “call status” as necessary during off hours for emergency procedures.
• Participates in quality assurance/quality control activities as required.
• Scheduled rotation into cross trained modality (i.e. CT, MRI)
• Performs other functions as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (or equivalent) in radiography and licensed by the State of Ohio in Radiology.
• Completed all internal training and competencies to operate additional diagnostic imaging equipment for (CT and or MRI) modalities.
• Competence in all diagnostic radiographic procedures performed at this facility
• Excellent interpersonal, decision-making, facilitation, conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated excellence with listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a complex and changing working environment.
• Demonstrated computer skills and knowledge of computer software related to electronic imaging and clinical information management.
• Ability to focus on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• CPR Certified

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit, stand, push, pull, bend, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to manipulate technical equipment including portable units, overhead tubes, monitors and other related accessories.
• Ability to tolerate stress related to the mental and physical demands of the position.
• Possess cognitive ability to manage multiple stimuli.
• Possess cognitive ability to assess situational needs and problem solve.

This description reflects in general terms the type and level of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor portray the specific duties of any one incumbent.

Thank you for your interest in employment at Genesis. Genesis is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Selection of applicants for employment is based only on qualifications and the requirements of a specific job.