TJU Student Technologist – Radiology (Per Diem, Center City)

Job Details

Responsible for the performance of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients utilizing a computer-based system for patient record and image storage. Perform exams in a variety of clinical settings on adult, pediatric, geriatric, and trauma patients.

Job Description

• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately to perform imaging. Prepares for and assists the physician in imaging procedures. (40%)
• Completes all required documentation for procedures, e.g. regulatory, billing protocol and image distribution. (20%)
• Implements radiation protection and safety standards. (15%)
• Assists the Technologist by attending to the patient’s comforts/needs, expediting patient flow and documenting the patient’s clinical information. (10%)
• Maintain adequate supplies for efficient section/department operations. (10%)
• May also assists in the preparation of contrast media and/or medications within accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required):

• Minimum six (6) months of clinical experience as a student in the radiology department.
• Must have passed all related exam competencies as set forth by the program guidelines and ARRT or ARDMS.
• Computer skills as well as working knowledge of hospital RIS and PACS system.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Presently enrolled, and in good standing, in a radiologic science program – Diag/Rad/US/CT/MR/NM.
• Must have passed all related exam competencies as set forth by the program guidelines and ARRT or ARDMS.
• BLS certification required.

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

111 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, 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.

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