What are the responsibilities and job description for the X-Ray Technologist - full time, days position at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health?
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 Health Physicians Orthopedics (LGHP) in Lancaster, PA. Travel may be required for training and time off coverage.
SIGN-ON BONUS: Up to $5,000.00 (prorated based on FTE/hours worked per week) with 2 year commitment. External candidates only.
SCHEDULE: Full time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday 8am-5pm, No weekends, No on-call.
Position Summary
Performs all routine diagnostic radiographic procedures through proper patient positioning, technique selection, application of immobilization and radiation protection devices.
Essential Functions
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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.
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 Health Physicians Orthopedics (LGHP) in Lancaster, PA. Travel may be required for training and time off coverage.
SIGN-ON BONUS: Up to $5,000.00 (prorated based on FTE/hours worked per week) with 2 year commitment. External candidates only.
SCHEDULE: Full time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday 8am-5pm, No weekends, No on-call.
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 POC testing, 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.
- 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 is required.
- Valid driver's license may be required (based upon position assignment).
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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.