Radiologic Technologist - Orthopedics General

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Location: US:

PA:

Enola
Work Type:Full Time
FTE:1.00
Shift:Day
Hours:Monday - Friday, clinic hours will range 8:00a - 4:30p

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for performing a variety of standardized imaging procedures, for setting up and adjusting related equipment and devices, and for maintaining related records under the direction of the Senior Imaging Staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The percentage of time spent performing essential functions is 95%. Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Performs standardized imaging procedures involving proper positioning of the patient, selection of technical factors based on patient size, body thickness, and organ/body part of interest, insuring accurate imaging as per defined protocols or under the direction of the radiologist/physician.
• Ensures proper operation of the equipment safely while maintaining regulatory standards during all procedures.
• Explains procedure and preparation to patients.
• Ensures that the Universal Protocol Verification of Correct Patient, Procedures and Side/Site(for Invasive or Surgical Procedures) is followed on every patient.
• Schedules patients and determines if any changes need to be made on a daily basis.
• Records procedural and historical information in the RIS. Also, records this and other required information on the patient request, for historical and billing purposes.
• Performs patient imaging by positioning the patient using professionalism, courtesy and following the institutional guidelines for safety.
• Sets-up and adjusts supportive and immobilization equipment and devices as required by individual cases.
• Performs room and equipment disinfection procedures in accordance with infection control and departmental guidelines.
• Maintains the area, supplies, and equipment in a neat, orderly, and prepared manner.
• Assists physicians with various procedures.
• Responsible for room clean-up and sanitation in accordance with infection control guidelines.
• Responsible for reporting all unusual occurrences, incidents, serious events, and sentinel events involving patients, equipment and/or medical devices used in the care and treatment of patients.
• Checks patients' studies for completeness in the absence of the attending physician.
• Administers first aid and assists in cases of adverse reaction to media.
• Responsible for daily equipment calibration, as outlined in the room competency checklist.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and the need for adjustment and/or repair of equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.) or registry eligible.
• If registry eligible, must pass ARRT boards within six (6) months of date of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• One (1) year job related experience preferred.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

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