Radiographer - Diagnostic Radiology

Part-time position, 35 hours biweekly on an evening shift with rotating call and holiday coverage.

About the role

Performs routine and specialized diagnostic and technical radiographic procedures at an intermediate skill level.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic examinations, obtains patient history, explains routine procedures, and addresses patient concerns.
• Performs diagnostic procedures in one of the following specialty areas at an intermediate level: complex orthopedic, neuro and vascular operating room procedures (includes overhead, fluoroscopic and portable C-arm procedures); complex portables, or trauma procedures.
• Demonstrates leadership skills; oversees the work of other personnel by training, allocating and monitoring work. Performs work of a similar nature.
• Schedules cases to coordinate with other patient examinations.
• Positions and transfers patients safely and comfortably and explains basic procedure.
• Immobilizes patients as necessary and practices radiation safety procedures.
• Properly processes images using digital technology; resolves problems in the PACS and EHR systems, has the ability to cancel unnecessary orders upon request of providers (site specific).
• Evaluates recorded images for technical quality, consistently maintains a repeat rate under the National Standard of 6%.
• Participates in and collaborates with other departments on projects to improve care and efficiency as needed; participates in at least 1 project including but not limited to: equipment QA (monthly, quarterly testing), creating standards of work, engagement committee.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
• Demonstrates a commitment to patients, visitors and staff by complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; is a positive change agent, and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
• Will take call to meet the needs of the department. On call requirements are defined separately by each hospital.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years of work experience.
• Basic Life Support certification upon hire.
• One of the following ARRT certifications upon hire:
  • Registered Radiologist Assistant
  • Registered Technologist-Bone Densitometry
  • Registered Technologist-Breast Sonography
  • Registered Technologist-Cardiac Interventional Radiology
  • Registered Technologist-Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology
  • Registered Technologist-Computed Tomography
  • Registered Technologist-Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
  • Registered Technologist-Mammography
  • Registered Technologist-Nuclear Medicine Technologist
  • Registered Technologist-Quality Management
  • Registered Technologist-Radiation Therapy
  • Registered Technologist-Radiography
  • Registered Technologist-Sonography
  • Registered Technologist-Vascular Interventional Radiology
  • Registered Technologist-Vascular Sonography
• Graduation from an accredited program in radiologic technology.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Education assistance.
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay.
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave.

About Us

WellSpan Health’s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region’s largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.

About The Team

WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital, celebrating over 100 years of community care, serves more than 100,000 residents from the greater Adams County and northern Maryland area. The hospital offers services including neurosciences, orthopedics, oncology and infusion, OB/GYN and interventional heart and vascular care. Patients can receive a full range of heart services close to home—from preventative care and diagnostics to medical and interventional treatments, to cardiac rehabilitation. The specialists of WellSpan Cardiology perform procedures at WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital’s newly renovated catheterization lab, equipped with the latest technology and equipment.