Radiology Technologist – Per Diem – Days

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Scranton, PA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic imaging procedures, ensuring patient identification and safety.

You will conduct radiographic and fluoroscopic exams, adhere to ALARA, document history, and maintain data integrity while educating staff and students.

New graduates are welcome; ARRT-R certification pending progress; on-site role with strict safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a radiologic technology program.
• ARRT-R registration within six months is required.
• Ability to perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Knowledge of radiation safety and patient protection.
• Excellent communication with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Obtain correct orders, verify patient identity, and document clinical history.
• Apply imaging protocols, optimize factors, and follow ALARA principles.
• Prepare, administer, and document medications or radiation exposure as prescribed.
• Evaluate images for quality and proper positioning; ensure data is archived or transferred correctly.
• Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers.
• Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized procedures, including outside the radiology department.

Skills

Radiographic procedures

Fluoroscopic procedures

Radiation safety

Communication skills

Education

Graduation from a radiologic technology program

ARRT-R certification within six months

Job description

Role Overview: Radiologic Technologists perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and research procedures involving ionizing radiation. They independently conduct radiographic and fluoroscopic exams, ensuring proper patient identification, preparation, and safety in accordance with legal and institutional policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain correct orders, verify patient identity, and document clinical history while maintaining confidentiality.
• Apply appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and adhere to ALARA principles to ensure patient safety.
• Prepare, administer, and document medications or radiation exposure as prescribed.
• Evaluate images for quality, proper positioning, and ensure data is archived or transferred correctly.
• Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers.
• Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized procedures, including outside the radiology department.

Qualifications & Skills: Graduation from a radiologic technology program; ARRT-R registration within six months; ability to perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures; knowledge of radiation safety; and excellent communication skills. New graduates must obtain ARRT-R certification; hired applicants after a certain date must progress to level 2 within 24 months.