Radiology Technicians

NITELINES USA, INC

Radiology Technicians

Allenwood, PA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    NEEDED: Radiology Technicians (2)

    LOCATION: Route 15, 2 miles North of Allenwood, PA 17810

    SCHEDULE: Two Shifts

    • 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, between 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    • 30 hours per week, 6 hours per day, 5 days per week, between 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    • Must be available, as needed, between the hours of 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    • ARRT - Shall acquire and maintain registration status in compliance with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
    • Must obtain and maintain CPR certification.

    JOB DUTIES: S hall provide the following services, which include, but are not limited to, the items listed below.

    • Perform routine radiologic procedures ordered by the medical staff for the inmate population at the institutions.
    • 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. Knowledge of digital equipment is preferred but not required.
    • 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 a liaison between Radiologist and medical staff.
    • Receive training and orientation and comply with correctional techniques as they pertain to medical services.
    • Develop a working knowledge of FCC Allenwood medical protocols.
    • Wear outer protective clothing and obey Center for Disease Control universal precautions at all times.
    • Function in other duties commensurate of a radiological technician.

    Additional Duties:

    • Computerization and printing of daily log.
    • Computerization and printing of exam requisitions.
    • Printing of all folder and exam labels.
    • Completing of 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.
    • Entering in BEMR and MEDWEB scheduling, entering status of the x-ray process, and closing out request.
    • 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 AAAHC and program review as needed.
    • Assure 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.