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Radiographer - Rotation

Geisinger

Lewistown, PAFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 4mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Lewistown, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CertificationCertified Radiology TechnologistObtain ARRT-R Registry Within 6 Months Of Hire

Job overview

Geisinger is hiring a Radiographer - Rotation. Radiologic Technologists administer ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes, performing a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. They acquire and analyze data for diagnosis at the request of a licensed practitioner, independently or with assistance. Responsibilities include preparing, administering, and documenting activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with regulations.

Key focus areas include Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam., Corroborates clinical history and appropriately documents while respecting confidentiality., and Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors..

Successful candidates bring Graduate From Specialty Training Program, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification, and Certified Radiology Technologist. Important skills include Communication, Diagnostic Imaging, Medical Equipment Management, Preceptor Skills, Radiation Safety, and Radiology.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationDiagnostic ImagingMedical Equipment ManagementPreceptor SkillsRadiation SafetyRadiologyWorking IndependentlyEnsures Correct Order Is ObtainedPatient IdentificationPatient Preparation for ExamClinical History CorroborationAppropriate DocumentationRespecting ConfidentialityUtilizes Appropriate Imaging ProtocolOptimizes Technical FactorsMaximizing Patient SafetyOptimizing Patient CareApplying Principles of ALARAPreparing MedicationsAdministering MedicationsEvaluating Images for Proper PositioningEvaluating Images for Acceptable Technical QualityVerifies Archival StorageTransfer of DataPost Processing of DataEducating StudentsMonitoring StudentsAssisting Licensed Practitioner With Fluoroscopic ProceduresPerforming Diagnostic Radiographic ProceduresPerforming Noninterpretive Fluoroscopic Procedures

Qualifications

Graduate From Specialty Training ProgramCardiopulmonary Resuscitation CertificationCertified Radiology TechnologistObtain ARRT-R Registry Within 6 Months of HireComplete Steps for Advancing to Level 2 Within 24 Months1 Year Related Work Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance

Full job description

Location:

Geisinger Lewistown Hospital (GLH)

Shift:

Rotation (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

No

Job Summary:

$20,000 sign on bonus for eligible applicants!!

Radiologic Technologists are responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A Radiologic Technologist performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner.

Radiologic Technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Radiologic Technologists prepare, administer, and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

Job Duties:

  • Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
  • Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
  • Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
  • Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
  • Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
  • Assisting the licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized radiologic procedures.
  • Performing diagnostic radiographic and noninterpretive fluoroscopic procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner, including those procedures performed outside of the Radiology Department (i.e., Operating room, Endoscopy, ICU, etc.).

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details:

  • New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry within 6 months of the date of hire.
  • Applicants hired after March 10, 2024, must complete steps required for advancing to level 2 within 24 months.

Education:

Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s):

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification - American Heart Association (AHA), Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Skills:

Communication, Diagnostic Imaging, Medical Equipment Management (Mem), Preceptor Skills, Radiation Safety, Radiology, Working Independently

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

  • KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
  • EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
  • LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
  • INNOVATION : We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
  • SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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