Travel Radiology Technologist
Philadelphia, PA
TalentBurst, Inc
4x10 hrs

Radiographer II
14 WEEKS duration
Philadelphia PA

We need two travelers on below shifts:

Traveler 1:
Sunday: 7PM to 7AM (12 hrs including lunch)
Monday: 430PM to 11 PM (6 hrs including lunch)
Friday: 1230PM to 11 PM (10 hrs including lunch)
Saturday: 7 PM to 7 AM (12 hrs including lunch)

Traveler2:
Sunday: 7 AM to 7 PM (12 hrs including lunch)
Monday: 7 AM to 330 PM (8 hrs including lunch)
Friday: 7 AM to 330 PM (8 hrs including lunch)
Saturday: 7 AM to 7 PM (12 hrs including lunch)

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 to obtain optimal imaging and patient care for diagnosis and measure of disease. -Performs and assists in various general diagnostic procedures that produce optimal imaging with diagnostic quality according to the department's policy and procedures daily. -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. -Identifies Processes Transfers and Archives all patient exams. -Responsible for proper identification on all exam records and images including patient demographics. -Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position. -Maintains constant attention to patient assigned to the technologist. -Maintains all records in accordance with Hospital and Regulatory policy. -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 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. -Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education are required annually. -Completes training and in-services presentations required for the Diagnostic Department. -Obtains 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance, and 6 CE Credits of which are offered through CHOP Radiology Initiatives. -Promotes Family Centered Care Philosophy.


Required Skills & Experience: -At least three (3)years of experience. -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. Preferred Skills & Experience: -Pediatric experience.

Required Education: -High school diploma or GED. -Technical diploma from a radiology program. -Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education as required annually. -Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position. Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -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). -Obtains 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance, and 6 CE Credits of which are offered through CHOP Radiology Initiatives. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A

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