Multi-Modality Xray-MRI (Full Time) Jefferson Health Abington

Job Details
Reporting to the Radiology Manager, this position will perform imaging examinations/procedures in two or more modalities. This position will be assigned to work in a variety of imaging section per operational needs.

Job Description

Summary
Reporting to the Radiology Manager, this position will perform imaging examinations/procedures in two or more modalities. This position will be assigned to work in a variety of imaging section per operational needs.

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.(Do not delete, move or over-write this statement)
• Operates radiologic equipment for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes.
• Monitors patient condition during imaging procedures, alerting the physician of any complications. Provides radiologists with high-quality images to aid in diagnosis.
• Complies with all radiologic safety regulations.
• Properly positions patients and imaging equipment prior to procedures. Administers oral or injected contract prior to procedures when necessary.
• Creates and maintains reports regarding patient data and radiologic treatment records.
• Regular work schedule is split between 2 or more modalities and based on business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience primary modality required
• 1 year of relevant experience in secondary modality required
• Radiology
  Knowledge of radiography tools, techniques and applications, ability to utilize multiple imaging technology on patients for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. Maintains competency on multiple modality imaging.
• Image Production and Evaluation
  Knowledge of radiographic equipment and processes, ability to use this knowledge to review and evaluate images generated in order to ensure their adequate quality for diagnostic activities.
• Medical Equipment Management
  Knowledge of the equipment used in clinical diagnosis, treatment and monitoring, ability to select, procure, maintain, quality check and dispose of medical equipment in compliance with related policies.
• Radiology Safety
  Knowledge of radiation safety regulations, principles, techniques and nuclear materials handling, ability to practically apply this knowledge to resolve safety issues.
• Radiology Policy and Ethics Compliance
  Knowledge of radiology and applicable laws and regulations governing proper materials storage, handling and disposal as well as radiology-related conduct, ability to demonstrate ethical behavior in diverse situations.
• Teamwork
  Understanding of the necessity and value of teamwork, ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• BS - Breast Sonography ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or
• RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or
• CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type
Regular

Employee Entity
Abington Memorial Hospital
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 educational 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

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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