Radiographer II, Part Time Night Shift - KOP

Company: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Location: King Of Prussia
Posted on: January 27, 2023

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Radiographer II, Part Time Night Shift - KOP

King Of Prussia, PA, US, 19406

Location: LOC_KOP_HOSPITAL-King of Prussia Hospital

Req ID: 233883

Shift: Nights

Employment Status: Regular - Part Time

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Job Summary

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.

Job Responsibilities

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

Job Responsibilities (Continued)

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

Job Responsibilities (Continued)

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
* All other duties as assigned

Required Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

Registered Technologist Certification ARRT-RT(R)

CPR Certification issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross) required. AHA certification within one (1) year of placement into position is required

Required Education and Experience

Required Education: High School/GED. Completion of a radiology program.

Required Experience: Three (3) years of experience.

Preferred Education, Experience & Cert/Lic

Preferred Experience: Pediatric Experience Preferred

Additional Technical Requirements

* 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
* Promotes Family Centered Care Philosophy
* Age Specific Considerations

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, and 6 CE Credits of which are offered through CHOP Radiology Initiatives.
* Completes training and in-services presentations required for the Radiology Department

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, professionals working onsite-at any CHOP location, for any portion of time-must be vaccinated for COVID-19. Learn more.

CHOP also requires employees who work in patient care buildings to receive an annual influenza vaccine. Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.

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