Radiologic Technologist - Full Time Evenings
On-siteWilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Prepare for and assist radiologists in intricate radiographic examinations while maintaining high accuracy in positioning and exposure techniques. Administer contrast media and medications in accordance with state and federal regulations, acting as the primary liaison between patients and the support team. Conduct patient assessments, monitoring, and care with sensitivity to physical and emotional needs, utilizing professional judgment and critical thinking for quality improvement. Ensure radiation protection and safety standards are met while embracing continuing education for optimal patient care and technical competence. Full-time evening shift (2:15 pm – 10:45 pm) at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited program in Radiology Technology either hospital based or college degree program
- Previous experience as a Radiologic Technologist
- Competency in components of radiography practice as appropriate
- Radiation safety and protection
- Technical expertise
- Knowledge of anatomy
- Safety conscious
- Manual dexterity
- Clerical accuracy
- Verbal ability
- Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- ARRT registered within six (6) months of graduation
- BLS
Desired Qualifications
- Radiographers must demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology
- Radiographers must maintain a high degree of accuracy in radiographic positioning and exposure technique
- He or she must maintain knowledge about radiation protection and safety
- Radiographers prepare for and assist the Radiologist in the completion of intricate radiographic examinations
- They prepare and administer contrast media and medications in accordance with state and federal regulations
- Radiographers are the primary liaison between patients and Radiologists and other members of the support team
- They must remain sensitive to the physical and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, patient assessment, patient monitoring and patient care skills
- Radiographers use professional and ethical judgment and critical thinking when performing their duties
- Quality improvement and customer service allows the Radiographer to be a responsible member of the health care team by continually assessing professional performance
- Radiographers embrace continuing education for optimal patient care, public education and enhanced knowledge and technical competence
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