Multi-Modality Imaging Technologist - Mt. Pocono - Full Time - Days

Company: Geisinger
Location: Canadensis
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

Job Title: Multi-Modality Imaging Technologist - Mt. Pocono - Full Time - Days
Location: Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania
Job Category: Diagnostic Services
Schedule: Days
Work Type: Full time
Department: Radiology Modality Team
Date Posted: 08/29/2024
Job ID: R-66603
Job Summary$7,500 sign on bonus for eligible applicants!

this position will specialize in Mammography, XRAY, and DEXA

Part-time and full-time positions are eligible for participation in Geisinger's Imaging Technologist Clinical Ladder program.
The ladder level you qualify for at hire will be dependent on experience and certifications. Salary commensurate with experience.


The Multi-Modality Imaging Technologist performs routine and complex imaging exams in assigned modalities which may include a combination of the following dependent on advanced certification and competency: Xray, CT, MRI, Mammography, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT, Interventional Radiology.

Multi-Modality Imaging technologists are responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic exams, use of radiofrequencies, and/or multi-frequency sound waves for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes. The Multi-Modality Imaging Technologist acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis, interpretation and the performance of imaging exams and procedures at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner.

Multi-Modality Imaging technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

The Multi-Modality Technologist must be flexible in job assignments, willing and able to learn new skills, and is required to maintain annual competencies in all assigned modalities.

Multi-Modality Technologists must actively contribute to patient care across multiple modalities within their scheduled shifts and/or maintain active placement on more than one modality schedule during each pay period.
Job Duties

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable). -
• Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. -
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable. -
• Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers. -
• Applying principles of radiation safety, magnetic resonance safety, and/or ultrasound safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Assisting the licensed practitioner interventional procedures.
• Performing imaging procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Selecting appropriate imaging parameters with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
  Position DetailsThe following certifications needed upon hire:
  • Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT)
  • or Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB)
  • or Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) as a sonographer ARRT(S)
  • or RDMS or CCI certification in medical sonography
  • or RDCS certification in cardiac sonography
  • or RVT certification as Vascular Technologist
  • and at least one of the following specialty certifications:
  • MRI
  • CT
  • PET
  • ARDMS or CCI or RDCS or RVT-specialty certification
  • VI or CI or CCI
  • MammoBenefits of working at Geisinger:Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one---Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents------Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and---a health savings account (HSA)------Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage------401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions------Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly------Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year------MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive------Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones------Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.------Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance------
    EducationGraduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)
    ExperienceMinimum of 3 years-Related work experience (Required)
    Certification(s) and License(s)Registered Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB); Sonography (S) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
    Our Purpose & ValuesOUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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