Radiology Tech (Per Diem) Jefferson Health Einstein Montgomery Campus

Radiology Technologist

Coverage includes all shiftsday, evening, and nightas well as 1-2 holidays and 1-2 shifts per pay period if needed. On call every 12 weeks as needed.

Job Duties

• 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. Communicates 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 position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma Graduate of an approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) program or
• High School Diploma/GED with AART Certification
• Knowledge of RIS systems
• Knowledge of PAC's systems
• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association

Additional Qualifications

• May require travel between Jefferson locations

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.

Work Shift: Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type: Regular

Employee Entity: Albert Einstein Medical Center

Primary Location Address: 559 W. Germantown Pike, East Norriton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

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