X-Ray Technologist - full time, evenings

Penn Medicine; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a Radiology Technologist at Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA to perform diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures with proper patient positioning and adherence to radiation safety protocols.

Minimum qualifications include graduation from an AMA approved Radiologic Technology program, ARRT certification, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license if required by position.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Radiological Technology School.
• Certification in Radiological Technology, ARRT or equivalent.
• CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license may be required (based upon position assignment).

Responsibilities

• Performs all routine diagnostic radiographic procedures through positioning, technique selection and radiation protection.
• Receives requests and consults with Radiologists as necessary.
• Greets patients and explains procedures; verifies identifications and prepares patient/family.
• Operates hospital computer systems and documents information in the EMR.
• Completes examinations, billing, and maintains quality control; follows safety procedures.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

AMA approved Radiological Technology School

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 2:00pm-11:00pm with flexibility to work nights from 10:30pm-7:00am with up to 5 rotating on-call shifts per month from 11:00pm-7:00am, 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, application of immobilization and radiation protection devices.

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 identifications 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

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.

Live Your Life's Work

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.

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