Multi-Modality Tech Trainee - Xray and MRI or CT

Job Details

Full Time- Xray and CT or MRI

Job Description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Radiology Manager, this position will perform imaging examinations/procedures in two or more modalities. This position will be assigned to work in a variety of imaging section per operational needs.

Essential Functions

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.(Do not delete, move or over-write this statement)
• Operates radiologic equipment for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes.
• Monitors patient condition during imaging procedures, alerting the physician of any complications. Provides radiologists with high-quality images to aid in diagnosis.
• Complies with all radiologic safety regulations.
• Properly positions patients and imaging equipment prior to procedures. Administers oral or injected contract prior to procedures when necessary.
• Creates and maintains reports regarding patient data and radiologic treatment records.
• Regular work schedule is split between 2 or more modalities and based on business needs.

Qualifications/Requirements

Education - Required

• Specialized Diploma Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry /certification or currently holds required registry or certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Required

• Knowledge of radiography tools, techniques and applications, ability to utilize multiple imaging technology on patients for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. Maintains competency on multiple modality imaging.
• Knowledge of radiographic equipment and processes, ability to use this knowledge to review and evaluate images generated in order to ensure their adequate quality for diagnostic activities.
• Knowledge of the equipment used in clinical diagnosis, treatment and monitoring, ability to select, procure, maintain, quality check and dispose of medical equipment in compliance with related policies.
• Knowledge of radiation safety regulations, principles, techniques and nuclear materials handling, ability to practically apply this knowledge to resolve safety issues.
• Knowledge of radiology and applicable laws and regulations governing proper materials storage, handling and disposal as well as radiology-related conduct, ability to demonstrate ethical behavior in diverse situations.
• Understanding of the necessity and value of teamwork, ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Preferred

• On the job training program agreement requirement

Licenses and Certifications - Required

• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Abington Memorial Hospital

Primary Location Address

1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.    

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. 

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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