Radiology Technologist-X ray- PRN-Abington Jefferson Health

Jefferson Health; Abington Township (PA); Sur place; USD 41 000 - 55 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Jefferson Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform x-ray scans and support physicians in diagnosing conditions. The role emphasizes patient education before, during, and after imaging procedures, with adherence to radiation safety standards and quality control tasks.

Responsibilities include positioning, patient communication, and maintaining equipment and patient records in RIS/PACS. Per diem schedule covers evenings and every other weekend, with opportunities for continuing

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved ARR T program or ARRT radiology registry.
• Active ARRT (R) registration; CT preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsabilités

• Position radiographic equipment to obtain diagnostic images.
• Explain procedures and obtain patient history for exams.
• Protect patients with radiation safety practices and shielding.
• Maintain and test radiography equipment and ensure RIS/PACS accuracy.
• Ensure confidentiality of patient records and accurate study information.

Connaissances

RIS systems

PACS systems

Radiation safety

Patient communication

Formation

ARRT certification (R)

BLS certification

CT preferred

Outils

ARRT (R) credential

Description du poste

Radiology Technologist-X ray- PRN-Abington Jefferson Health### Radiology Technologist-X ray- PRN-Abington Jefferson HealthApply: Montgomery County, PA: Variable time: Posted Today: REQ-0039190**Number of Positions In Requisition**1**Job Details**Per Diem Xray Tech-Evenings and every other weekend**Job Description****Job Summary**The Radiology Technologist performs x-ray scans of patient's internal anatomy to aid physicians in diagnosing illnesses, diseases, or injuries. Executes radiologic services in compliance with relevant laws and regulations and provides consultation advice to patients and radiology professionals. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.**Responsibilities*** Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.* Appropriately positions radiographic equipment or x-ray film to produce images with necessary detail or contrast in order to assist with diagnosis and treatment.* Explains radiographic procedure to the patient, obtains complete and accurate history relevant to the examination to being performed.* Communicate effectively with the patient.* Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards, including placement of shields/aprons in order to limit radiation exposure.* Implements and monitors local, state and national regulations, standards, requirements and clinical protocols for radiologic imaging services.* Maintains x-ray equipment by performing scheduled cleaning/tests and documents results.* Maintains and updates patient and study information to ensure billing and RIS/PACS accuracy; handles patient records while maintaining patient confidentiality.* Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control.* Responsible for maintaining continuing education required for licenses and job positions* Other duties as assigned.**Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:*** Graduate of an approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) program or current validated Registry from ARRT in Radiology Technology (R). ARRT (R), (CT) Preferred.**Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required):*** Knowledge of RIS systems* Knowledge of PAC’s systems* BLS Required* License as required by state**Work Shift**Rotating (United States of America)**Worker Sub Type**Regular**Employee Entity**Abington Memorial Hospital**Primary Location Address**1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. **Benefits**Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.For more benefits information, please click here### Why work here?In keeping with Jefferson's Mission, We Improve Lives, it is our goal to recruit, retain, develop and reward highly-qualified employees. If you are enthusiastic, caring and dedicated to service excellence, we invite you to consider joining Jefferson. Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education.### About UsWith a long standing history, Jefferson has been advancing the medical field from the heart of Center City Philadelphia for nearly 200 years. Our Mission, *We Improve Lives*, expands to every corner of the organization. From our weekly farmer’s market, to our new Jefferson Accelerator Zone for innovation, our employees’ passion for the community is evident by the daily gestures towards our patients, students and each other.