Radiology Technologist

NEEDED: Radiology Technologist 

LOCATION: 6975 Route 59, Lewis Run, PA 16738

SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, between 6:00 and 4:00 PM, 30 hour per week

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Shall be fully licensed to perform radiological procedures by the American Registry
• of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
• Should also be licensed by the state of Pennsylvania.
• Background clearance required
• CPR Certification.

JOB DUTIES:

• Shall be capable of performing any and all radiology procedures needed without any technical support.
• The current radiological equipment provided at the institution is a GE machine. Knowledge of GE equipment is preferred but not required.
• Perform routine radiologic procedures ordered by the medical staff for the inmate population at the institution.
• Transmit, retrieve, X-ray images and reports electronically, and scan reports into inmates' Bureau Electronic Medical Record (BEMR),
• Receive training to retrieve radiographic consults from BEMR and schedule them to perform all radiographic procedures.
• Work with an inmate population from a variety of cultural, racial, religious, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Evaluate radiographic equipment for calibrations and repairs.
• Possess knowledge of basic emergency situations that may occur during special radiographic procedures.
• Schedule exams and maintain records.
• Possess knowledge of various pathological abnormalities as demonstrated by radiographic imaging.
• Independently assess and select technical exposure factors and positions necessary to obtain a proper quality diagnostic exam. Receive patients and explain procedures to alleviate undue anxiety.
• Independently perform all radiographic procedures, i.e., chest, bone, skull spine, and portable x-rays, etc.
• Notify Radiologist, or referring Physician of any preliminary abnormalities seen while patient is undergoing an exam, so that additional views, or exams can be ordered if needed.
• Coordinate transfer of patient radiologic records to ensure continuity of care.
• Work with Clinical Director to ensure monitoring and evaluation activities are completed.
• Act as liaison between radiologist and medical staff.
• Receive training and orientation and co1nply with correctional techniques as they pertain to medical services.
• Develop a working knowledge of the local medical protocols.
• Wear outer protective clothing and always obey Center for Disease Control universal precautions.
• Function in other duties commensurate of a Radiology Technician.
• Computerization and printing of daily log
• Computerization and printing of exam requisitions
• Printing of all folder and exam labels
• Completing all x-ray studies ordered by the medical staff
• Preparing x-rays for shipment to the radiologist for interpretation
• Transport of x-rays to radiologist for interpretation
• Transport all x-rays from radiologist after interpretation.
• Assisting the staff with maintenance of equipment and supplies, and notifying staff when supplies are needed.
• Conducting quality assurance tests and daily maintenance on x-ray equipment as needed
• Assisting with FDA inspections and preparation for TJC and program review as needed
• Assuring that all x-ray requests are completed properly.
• Computerization of patient logs and repeat analysis.

BENEFITS: Competitive hourly pay rate, accrued vacation, accrued sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, 401K opportunity, and healthcare benefits contribution.