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Industrial Staffing Services, Inc. Radiographer II in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 22475211 Client Summary: Our Client has been the birthplace for countless breakthroughs and dramatic firsts in pediatric medicine. Built on a foundation of delivering safe, high-quality, family-centered care, the Hospital has fostered medical discoveries and innovations that have improved pediatric healthcare and saved countless children's lives.
Job Description: Radiographer II
Under the direction of the Radiology Director 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.
Essential Job Functions: 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. Assists with orienting and training 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. Other shifts as assigned. Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position. Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education are required annually. Obtains at least 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance. Completes training and in-services presentations required for the Diagnostic Department. Other duties as assigned.
Education: High School Diploma/GED Required Technical Diploma - Radiology Program Required
Experience: At least 3 years experience Pediatric Experience preferred.
Licenses/Certifications: Radiology Technologist (RT) - American Registry for Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Required upon hire Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross) Required within 12 months.
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 Promo es Family Centered Care Philosophy
Equiliem Healthcare specializes in staffing clinical, non-clinical, and allied personnel. We excel in all levels, disciplines, and specialties within the healthcare spectrum. Our projects range from short to long term local and travel assignments. Equiliem has been recognized as a certified small business enterprise. In addition, we are proud that we have earned the prestigious Joint Commission accreditation for staffing firms and have been awarded Best in Staffing 4 years running by our employees and client partners.
Benefits offered to our workers include the following: Medical Insurance Vision & Dental insurance Life Insurance 401K Commuter Benefits Employee Discounts & Rewards Payroll Payment Options
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, uniform service member status, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This practice extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment.