X-Ray Technologist Full-Time Dayshift

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic radiographic procedures adhering to the principle of radiation protection, according to local, state and federal standards.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job responsibilities.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area, making sure all equipment and supplies necessary for that area are readily available for use.
• Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.
• Knowledgeable regarding patient condition, history and appropriate background and information pertinent to proposed examination.
• Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in inservices and/or continuing education programs.
• Properly identifies patient and exam and performs diagnostic radiographic services on patients with the maximum amount of care, while evaluating the technical quality.
• Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients.
• Responsible for successful technical continuity of care and education of radiological procedures to patients.
• Assists in gathering and recording data for Radiology Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement program.
• Annual peer review of films meets department standards.

Physical And Sensory Requirements

Frequent use of fingers and hands to operate equipment, pull x-ray folders and chart information. Walking or standing for up to 8 hours per shift in 30-minute increments. Pulling, pushing and lifting patients up to 300 pounds with assistance. Listing and moving objects of up to 30 pounds. Frequent stooping, crouching and bending. Frequently lifting arms above shoulder level. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to normal vision.

EDUCATION

PA CANDIDATE: Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or ARRT registered, or ARRT registry eligible required. Must pass registry within 1 year of hire date.

NJ CANDIDATE

• Current BLS certification.
• A.A.S. Degree in Radiologic Technology preferred
• Current state license (NJDEP) and appropriate registry (ARRT) is required.
• 1 year of experience is required, two years or more of experience as an X-Ray Technologist in a hospital setting preferred.
• Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology is required

Training And Experience

Experience as a radiologic technologist preferred, and ongoing training in department procedures. Must rotate through all areas of diagnostic radiology. Current CPR certification required. History of computer usage experience required.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.