RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST (PD) 4XC03

Penobscot Valley Hospital; Lincoln (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Penobscot Valley Hospital is seeking a Per Diem Radiologic Technologist to ensure quality imaging and patient care. The role involves operating various X-ray equipment, supporting radiologists, and maintaining patient records. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited program, licensed in Maine, and registered with the national registry.

Benefits

Section 125 Cafeteria Benefits Plan

Partial health plan cost coverage

403(b) plan

Earned time off accrual

Qualifications

• Graduate from an AMA-approved radiologic technology school.
• Must have a State of Maine license.
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality radiographs and manage patient records.
• Assist Radiologist with fluoroscopic and special procedures.
• Maintain supplies and clean X-ray rooms.

Skills

Radiation Protection

Patient Management

Technical Adjustment

Quality Control

Education

Graduate of an AMA-approved radiologic technology school

State of Maine license

Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Job description

Description

4XC03:

PVH employment application required. All job offers contingent upon background check and completion of pre-employment physical.

Position is Per Diem, this is an “as needed” position utilized to cover gaps in coverage including vacations, leaves of absences, and other instances of unfilled shifts. Per diem employees are required to work a minimum of 3 shifts within a 3 month period.

Production of quality radiographs, proper management of patient records and a smooth flow of patients though the imaging department.

JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Able to adjust technical factors and utilize proper shielding and immobilization devices for
pediatric patients
2. Utilize proper technical factors and shielding for adolescents and explain procedures in a
manner that adolescent patient can understand; questions female patient about chance of
pregnancy.
3. Able to alter procedures and technical factors for geriatric patients and explain procedures in a
manner that the geriatric patient can understand.
4. Assists Radiologist with fluoroscopic and special procedures
5. Can perform daily Quality Control test
6. Can trouble shoot equipment problems in absence of chief technologist
7. Maintaining supplies and reordering from central supply
8. Cleaning X-ray rooms and disinfecting equipment
9. Cleaning DR – plates/panels
10. Burning of CD’s
11. Faxing and photocopying as needed
12. Clerical duties as needed
13. Properly enters Mammogram statistics into computer
14. Demonstrates ability to operate all x-ray equipment including, Phillips, GE, AMx4 portable
and CT scanner.
15. Demonstrates ability to use LoRad MIV unit and perform all aspects of Mammography
examination. (Mammo techs only)
16. Completes all associated paperwork in a timely manner
17. Has working knowledge of DR Systems
18. Has working knowledge of PACs
19. Exercises proper radiation protection principles

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-approved radiologic technology school, State of Maine license, registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Benefits

PVH has a Section 125 Cafeteria Benefits Plan and pays a portion of the cost of our health plan, dental, basic life, and disability insurance for employees with 30+ authorized hours, and provides partial subsidy for dependent health insurance. Part-time employees are eligible to receive dental, life, and disability coverage and are eligible to participate in the health insurance plan. Other benefits include a 403(b) plan and earned time off accrual.