X-Ray Technologist - part time, evenings

Penn Medicine; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a part-time Radiologic Technologist at Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA. The role performs routine radiographic and fluoroscopic exams, requires ARRT certification and CPR, and may involve travel to other site locations. 32 hours per week, evenings and on-call rotations are required.

A sign-on bonus up to $5,000 is available with a 2-year commitment. Minimum qualifications include AMA approved Radiological Technology School graduation and ARRT certification.

Qualifications

• Performs routine diagnostic radiographic procedures with proper patient positioning.
• Consults with Radiologists as necessary.
• Greets patients and explains procedures to patient and family.
• Operates hospital computer systems and documents in the EMR.
• Completes examination, consultation, and billing procedures as required.
• Uses EHR, email, and intranet.
• May travel to various site locations.
• Participates in clinical education of Radiology students.
• On‑call responsibilities as required.

Responsibilities

• Performs all routine diagnostic radiographic procedures through patient positioning, technique selection, and application of immobilization and radiation protection devices.
• Receives requests and checks for special instructions; consults Radiologists as needed.
• Greets patients, confirms identifications, and explains procedures.
• Operates hospital computer systems and documents information in the EMR.
• Completes exams, consultations, and billing; follows Universal Protocol.
• Maintains use of EHR, email, and intranet.
• May travel to different site locations.
• Educates Radiology students as required.
• On-call duties as needed.

Skills

Patient positioning

Fluoroscopy procedures

Safety protocols

Communication with patients

EMR documentation

Education

AMA approved Radiological Technology School

ARRT Certification

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

SIGN-ON BONUS

Up to $5,000.00 (prorated based on hours worked per week) with a 2 year commitment. External and internal eligible candidates only.

SCHEDULE

Part time (32 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.