X-Ray Technologist - full time, evenings

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Prepaid tuition assistance

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is seeking a full-time Radiologic Technologist at Lancaster General Hospital. The role involves performing diagnostic radiographic procedures, ensuring patient safety, and operating hospital systems for documentation.

Qualified candidates will have graduated from an AMA approved program, hold a certification in Radiological Technology, and possess CPR certification. The position includes evening hours with flexibility for nights and rotating on-call shifts.

We prioritize the best care for employees to ensure the best patient outcomes, offering comprehensive benefits and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Radiological Technology School.
• Certification in Radiological Technology within required timeframes.
• CPR certification is needed.
• Valid driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Consults with Radiologists as necessary.
• Operates computer systems for documentation.
• Performs quality control activities.
• Participates in the clinical education of Radiology students.

Skills

Patient positioning

Technique selection

Radiation protection

Electronic medical record usage

Safety compliance

Education

Graduate of an AMA approved Radiological Technology School

Certification in Radiological Technology

CPR certification

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Location

Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA

Schedule

Full time 40 hours per week. Evening hours from 2:00 pm–11:00 pm with flexibility to work nights from 10:30 pm–7:00 am, up to 5 rotating on‑call shifts per month from 11:00 pm–7:00 am, every other weekend and up to 3 holidays per year. 1 hour response time.

Position Summary

Performs all routine diagnostic radiographic procedures through proper patient positioning, technique selection, administration of contrast media, and application of immobilization and radiation protection devices as established by LG protocols, policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Performs all routine diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures through patient positioning, technique selection, administration of contrast media and application of immobilization and radiation protection devices as established by LG protocols, policies and procedures.
• Receives requests, checking for special instructions from the requesting physicians. Consults with Radiologists as necessary.
• Greets patients—confirming their identification, performing the correct procedures as directed and completely explaining the procedure to patient and family as directed.
• Operates and enters information through the hospital computer system. Documents required information and patient history in the electronic medical record. Documents other information as required.
• Completes examination, consultation, and billing procedures as required. Performs Universal Protocol and other paperwork as applicable.
• Accurately and appropriately utilizes all computer‑related equipment, such as the electronic health record, email and the intranet.
• May require travel to various site locations.
• Performs visual preventive safety inspections. Completes warm‑up procedures for each radiographic room/equipment as assigned. Records quality control activities. Reports equipment conditions to immediate leadership or appropriate personnel.
• Compliance with OSHA and other mandated safety procedures or regulations.
• Maintains necessary inventory supplies for assigned workstation, rotating stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items.
• Participates in the clinical education of Radiology students as required.
• Participates in the on‑call responsibilities for this position as required.
• Perform patient and control testing on unit‑specific Point of Care testing, according to Lab regulatory standards. Report results and findings to the Licensed Care worker.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Radiological Technology School
• Certification in Radiological Technology, issued by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists: within eighteen (18) months of placement in position if hired/placed prior to 1/01/2024; within twelve (12) months of placement in position if hired/placed as of January 1, 2024.
• CPR certification
• Valid driver's license may be required (based upon position assignment)

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of clinical experience beyond training

Benefits

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.