Location: Philadelphia,PA, USA
Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Radiographer II.
Job Description:
Job Title: Radiographer II
Job Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Pay Rate: $70 - $75/hr
Responsibilities:
Duties:
We are looking for 2 technologists who are willing to work Wednesday - Friday (8 hour shifts, starting between 4am-9:30 am) & Saturday (12 hour shift either 7a-7p or 7p-7a).
Minimum of 3 years of experience is required essential, pediatric experience required, EPIC experience required, and Siemens experience required
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Radiology Manager and Diagnostic Team Leader, performs a variety of diagnostic Procedures with technical expertise and competency. Understand the daily operations of all radiographic equipment and departmental flow in order to obtain optimal imaging and patient care for diagnosis and measure of disease.
Job Responsibilities
Performs and assists in various general diagnostic procedures that produce optimal imaging with diagnostic quality according to the department's policy and procedures on a daily basis.
• Follows standards for routine diagnostic exams, positioning, patient care and documentation as prescribed in the procedure manual set forth by the imaging department.
• Provide optimal diagnostic imaging and radiation safety for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation
• Selects the appropriate technical factors, safety devices, and operates all imaging equipment as directed
• Orient and train all Radiology students, new employees,
• Maintains constant attention to patient assigned to the technologist
Identifies Processes Transfers and Archives all patient exams. Maintains all records in accordance with Hospital and Regulatory policy.
• Responsible for proper identification on all exam records and images including patient demographics
• Maintains all HIPAA regulations and policies regarding patient info
• Maintains appropriate records of patient examinations
• Maintains the integrity and security of the Radiology Information System and all other hospital computer systems
Adheres to federal and state radiation safety guidelines and regulations regarding patient and operator protection, collimation, and shielding.
• Ensures dosimeter badge is worn while he/she is working in the imaging department.
• Document and record the (DAP) Dose Area Product
• Provide radiation protection in accordance with all safety standards and the principle of ALARA to ensure the well being of patients, hospital personnel, and the general public and while performing any duties
Conducts self in a professional manner.
• Refers to the Diagnostic Team Leader for any unresolved problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, discipline and other activities
• Promotes professionalism, continuing education and staff development
• Participates in the formal in-service program governed by the Radiology Department
• Subject to covering call for holidays.
Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position
• Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education are required annually.
• Obtains 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance, and 6 CE Credits of which are offered through client Radiology Initiatives.
• Completes training and in-services presentations required for the Diagnostic Department
Qualifications:
Skills:
Intermediate knowledge of all forms of diagnostic imaging
Intermediate knowledge of specific/cross trained area
Intermediate knowledge of Radiology Information System
Able to handle multiple tasks
Good organizational skills
Good phone etiquette and communication skills
Promotes Family Centered Care Philosophy
Age Specific Considerations
Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position
Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education are required annually.
Obtains 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance, and 6 CE Credits of which are offered through client Radiology Initiatives.
Completes training and in-services presentations required for the Radiology Department.
Education Requirements:
Required: High School Diploma / GED
Required: Technical Diploma from a Radiology Program
Certification Requirements:
Required: Radiology Technologist (RT) from the American Registry for Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross) within 12 months of the start date
Experience Requirements:
At least three years experience required
Pediatric experience is required
Minimum of 3 years of experience is required essential, pediatric experience required, EPIC experience required, and Siemens experience required
Level 4 worker
Skills:
Required
Additional
Languages:
English( Speak, Read, Write )
About Maxonic:
Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.
Interested in Applying?
Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact
Jaspreet Singh (...@maxonic.com / (510) ###-####) for more details.