Apply on Employer Site

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System · 5 months ago

Radiologic Technologist- Per Diem X Ray Evenings

West Chester, PA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Penn Medicine is dedicated to providing high-quality care, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in medicine. They are seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging examinations under the direction of a radiologist, ensuring safety and accuracy in all procedures.

BiotechnologyEducationHealth CareMedicalTraining

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a radiologist, performs high quality diagnostic imaging examinations using ingenuity, initiative and independent judgment of patients in a safe and timely manner, as ordered by physicians

Must follow physicians’ orders precisely, maintaining a high degree of accuracy in radiographic positioning and exposure and conform to regulations concerning the use of radiation to protect themselves, their patients, and their co-workers from unnecessary exposure

Performs all necessary preparations related to general diagnostic procedures

Obtains patient history, explains the procedure, gains consent for contrast material administration and address any patient concerns prior to beginning the procedure

Performs all necessary checks for accuracy of the prescription, precertification/authorization if required by individual insurance companies, EPIC / Radiant order and patient identification

Perform all procedures following the appropriate imaging protocols. All technical factors should be appropriate for the age of the patient with consideration of the tools available for shielding and dose reduction

Compiles and reviews images, provides applicable comparison studies, and prepares documentation for interpretation

Performs quality control testing as required

Clean, adjust and perform routine maintenance on equipment; stock and replenish supplies as required

Proficient in departmental and hospital information technologies such as RIS, PACS, EPIC and job specific related areas

Qualification

Radiologic technologyDiagnostic imagingARRT certificationBCLS certificationEPIC proficiencyPatient communicationQuality control

Required

Satisfactory completion of an accredited radiologic technology program resulting in a two-year certificate and/or associate degree or four year baccalaureate degree

Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic technologists (ARRT)

New graduates that are board eligible have six months after date of hire to obtain license

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation and benefits program

Prepaid tuition assistance programs

Company

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System

Glassdoor3.9

Penn Medicine is a world leader in academic medicine, setting the standard for cutting-edge research, compassionate patient care, and the education of future health care professionals.

Founded in 1765