Radiology Technologist (Full Time Xray) Jefferson Health Center City
Job Description
The Radiology Technologist performs x-ray scans of patient's internal anatomy to aid physicians in diagnosing illnesses, diseases, or injuries. Executes radiologic services in compliance with relevant laws and regulations and provides consultation advice to patients and radiology professionals. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Communicate 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 positions.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
- Graduate of an approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) program or current validated Registry from ARRT in Radiology Technology (R).
- ARRT (R), (CT) Preferred.
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required)
- Knowledge of RIS systems
- Knowledge of PAC’s systems
- BLS Required
License As Required By State
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Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular Employee
Entity
Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc.
Primary Location
Address: 111 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally Ranked
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Jefferson
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Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey
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Thomas Jefferson University
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Jefferson College of Nursing
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Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce
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Medical (including prescription)
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Supplemental Insurance
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Dental
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Vision
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Lifetime
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Short-Term Disability
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Flexible Spending Accounts
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Retirement Plans
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Tuition Assistance
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Voluntary Benefits
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Jefferson Health
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Managed Health Care Organization
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Pennsylvania and New Jersey
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Jefferson Health Plans
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Committed To Providing Equal Educational and Employment Opportunities
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Benefits
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Tuition Discounts
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All Colleagues, Including Those Who Work Less Than Part-Time (including Per Diem Colleagues, Adjunct Faculty, and Jeff Temps)
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Medical (including prescription) Insurance
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