Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

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Summary:

• Under the direction of a radiologist and/or surgeon, performs high quality diagnostic imaging examinations using ingenuity, initiative and independent judgment of patients in a safe and timely manner. This position will support the expanding technology needs of complex cases in the operating room. This clinical/technical position will support multiple imaging / surgical navigation systems used to guide surgeons in complex procedures. Must follow physicians' orders precisely, maintaining a high degree of accuracy in radiographic positioning and exposure and conform to regulations concerning the use of radiation to protect themselves, their patients, and their co-workers from unnecessary exposure.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all procedures following the appropriate imaging protocols. All technical factors should be appropriate for the age of the patient with consideration of the tools available for shielding and dose reduction.

• Compiles and reviews images, provides applicable comparison studies, and prepares documentation for interpretation.

• Performs quality control testing as required.

• Clean, adjust and perform routine maintenance on equipment

• stock and replenish supplies as required.

• Proficient in departmental and hospital information technologies such as PACS, EPIC and job specific related areas.

• Assists in training and/or instruction of student technologist, new employees and ancillary personnel.

• Participates in on-call coverage for the department, maintaining a 1-hour response time.

• Holiday coverage based on departmental needs .

Credentials:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)

• Amer Registry Radiologic Tech

• Radiologic Technologist (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Associate of Arts or Science (Required)

• Education Specialization:Graduate of a radiologic technology program.Equivalent Experience:•And Experience in diagnostic imaging in operating room.

• Bachelor of Arts or Science

• Education Specialization:Graduate of a radiologic technology program.Equivalent Experience:

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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