Radiology Technologist (Per Diem) - Abington at Jefferson Health summary:
The Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic x-ray imaging to assist physicians in diagnosing illnesses and injuries, ensuring patient care and safety throughout the procedures. They operate and maintain radiographic equipment in compliance with regulatory standards, while accurately documenting patient information and imaging results. Additionally, they provide patient education, adhere to radiation safety protocols, and support quality assurance activities within the radiology department.
Job Details The Radiology Technologist performs x-ray scans of patient's internal anatomy to aid physicians in diagnosing illnesses, diseases, or injuries. Executes radiologic services in compliance with relevant laws and regulations and provides consultation advice to patients and radiology professionals. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.
Job Description - Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
- Appropriately positions radiographic equipment or x-ray film to produce images with necessary detail or contrast in order to assist with diagnosis and treatment.
- Explains radiographic procedure to the patient, obtains complete and accurate history relevant to the examination to being performed.
- Communicate effectively with the patient.
- Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards, including placement of shields/aprons in order to limit radiation exposure.
- Implements and monitors local, state and national regulations, standards, requirements and clinical protocols for radiologic imaging services.
- Maintains x-ray equipment by performing scheduled cleaning/tests and documents results.
- Maintains and updates patient and study information to ensure billing and RIS/PACS accuracy; handles patient records while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control.
- Responsible for maintaining continuing education required for licenses and job positions
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: - Graduate of an approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) program or current validated Registry from ARRT in Radiology Technology (R). ARRT (R), (CT) Preferred.
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required): - Knowledge of RIS systems
- Knowledge of PAC's systems
Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type Regular
Primary Location Address 1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa-tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
Keywords:
Radiology technologist, Diagnostic imaging, X-ray technician, Patient care, Radiologic safety, Medical imaging, ARRT certified, Radiographic equipment, RIS/PACS systems, Healthcare imaging
