Radiographer - Urgent Care Hanover - Days

Full Time (72 hours/pay period)

Days

3-12 hour shifts per week

Every 3rd weekend and rotating holidays

General Summary

Provides safe, therapeutic, and efficient care and services to patients. Assists in the care of patients, performs treatments, administers medications (if qualified and appropriately supervised), performs routine diagnostic, technical and/or special radiographic procedures at a general skill level and instructs patients and their families in appropriate care, as directed by their provider.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic examinations.

• Positions and transfers patients safely and comfortably and explain basic procedures.

• Immobilizes patients as necessary and practices radiation safety procedures.

• Obtains and documents reason for visit, patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, weight, respirations, pulse, and BMI.

• Assists providers with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.

• Collects specimens as directed by provider. Uses appropriate equipment and protocols for collecting, handling, testing, and preparing for transportation to lab including proper identification, storage procedures and techniques.

• Ensures all patient care areas are adequately stocked with unexpired supplies and medications.

• Prepares patients for scheduled procedures by assuring patient is appropriately gowned and instruments and supplies are set-up. Uses Universal Precautions. Sterilizes instruments, equipment and supplies as required. Handles and stores instruments, equipment and supplies appropriately.

• Arranges for patients ordered diagnostic and therapeutic services by completing necessary paperwork and scheduling of appointments.

• Maintains patient records to ensure an accurate record of the patient's medical treatment.

• Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse or provider, prepares and administers vaccines, medications and controlled substances/narcotics as prescribed by the provider and as certified competencies permit. Asks prescribed screening questions, identifies risks and contraindications, questions and observes for appropriate responses.

• Documents and processes prescription requests and refills per provider order.

• Performs basic office procedures, examinations and/or tests ordered by provider and as certified competent (i.e., EKGs, ear lavage, vision tests etc.).

• Provides health care information materials and reviews with patient and family members as directed by providers (i.e., VIS sheets etc.).

• Under the direction of the provider, tracks, reviews, and monitors follow-up of diagnostic test results. Relays information to patient from the provider regarding results and follow-up instructions.

• Obtains basic health information from patient/family members to review with providers or clinical resource person at the time of the visit or over the phone. Uses this information to assist providers in determining the urgency for care or an alternative venue for care for patients with acute problems, should access not be readily available at the practice.

• Gives basic care information to patients/family members per provider guidelines and instructions.

Required for All Jobs:

• Performs other related duties as identified.

• WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.

• WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• 2 years Required

Licenses:

• Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and

• Registered Technologist-Cardiac Interventional Radiology - ARRT Upon Hire Required or

• Registered Technologist-Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology - ARRT Upon Hire Required or

• Registered Technologist-Radiation Therapy - ARRT Upon Hire Required or

• Registered Technologist-Radiography - ARRT Upon Hire Required or

• Registered Technologist-Vascular Interventional Radiology - ARRT Upon Hire Required

Courses and Training:

• Accredited program in radiologic technology Upon Hire Required

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive health benefits

• Flexible spending and health savings accounts

• Retirement savings plan

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Short-term disability

• Education assistance

• Financial education and support, including DailyPay

• Wellness and Wellbeing programs

• Caregiver support via Wellthy

• Childcare referral service via Wellthy

Quality of Life

The borough of Hanover was settled in the mid-1700s as part of York County and is known for its fertile land and productive farming community. It is geographically located 19 miles southwest of York, Pennsylvania and 54 miles northwest of Baltimore, Maryland.

Because of its proximity to Maryland, South Hanover is a popular hometown for commuters and their families. The appeal is the affordable housing prices, reasonable Pennsylvania cost of living and pleasant community lifestyle. With convenient routes leading north, south, east and west, one can chart an easy route to major East Coast cities.

Hanover is a hotbed of activity for business growth and development. Visitors come to enjoy performing arts, outdoor recreation, museums, festivals, farm-fresh flavors and microbreweries. Several major food and snack brands make Hanover their national headquarters. (Patient population: 15,500)

WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.