Radiology Technicians

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.

Created: 2024-11-02