Radiologic Technologist I - Outpatient - Day / FT - Outpatient - Springside

Primary Function

To perform diagnostic radiographic procedures according to departmental policy and guidelines.

Principle Responsibilities

• Demonstrates complete knowledge and proficiency in the use of radiographic equipment, radiology supported computer systems, and CD burners.
• Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures and quality control as defined by department guidelines.
• Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in ACR and state licenses.
• Enters accurate patient study information into the clinical care systems.
• Aid in the coordination of workflow and patient care activities.
• Obtain clinical history regarding reason for examination and obtain appropriate consent.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Use 3 patient identifiers at all times.
• Actively assist in the learning process of students and new staff in departmental procedures, quality control and radiation safety.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills, act as liaison between OP Imaging department, clinicians, nursing, and ancillary departments to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Ability to assess patients for changes in patient status.
• Participate in collecting data for Performance Improvement surveys.
• Attend departmental meetings and in-services as required.
• Maintain required credentials for CPR, critical skills, and mandatory in-service education.
• Perform assigned work safely, adhere to established departmental safety rules and practices.
• Report to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.
• Report to supervisor in a timely manner call back studies and coordinate patient’s return for imaging.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Completion of a two-year accredited program in Radiologic Technology is required.
• Mammography certified when applicable (achieved within two years of hire – when applicable)
• Bone Dosimetry certification when applicable.
• State Licensure on Radiation Protection is as required.
• CPR Certification
• An associate’s degree is preferred for this position.
• Yearly PEEPS certification required for proper and safe positioning and transfer of patients.

Special Requirements

• ARRT registered
• Delaware State License if applicable.
• ARRT Mammography Registered if applicable - the successful completion of the Mammography Registration exam is a requirement for those performing mammography procedures. A technologist, who is recruited and non-certified, will have a grace period of 2 years following hire to pass this exam.

Pay

This position pays $31.51 to $43.32 based on experience.

Schedule

Shift: 7:45am - 4:15pm or 8:00am - 4:30pm No weekends and no holidays.

Benefits

Christiana Care Health System offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program.