Rad Multi-Modality Tech (Radiology & CT) - Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience

Radiologic Technologist

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 sections per operational needs.

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• 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 contrast prior to procedures when necessary.
• Creates and maintains reports regarding patient data and radiologic treatment records.
• Regular work schedule is split between two or more modalities and based on business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience in 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.

Work Shift

Workday Night (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc.

Primary Location Address

900 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America