Job Description

Job Description

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital is Northeastern Pennsylvanias largest community hospital, with 392 beds and a medical staff of more than 400 physicians representing nearly 50 medical and surgical specialties. Recognized for its excellence in heart and vascular care, inpatient and outpatient cancer care and wide ranging surgical specialties, including orthopaedic surgery, neurosurgery and minimally invasive surgical procedures, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital is also home to the region's busiest emergency department, which treats more than 55,000 patients a year. For more information, visit www.wilkesbarregeneral.net.

Radiologic Technologist - Imaging Services - 0.2 PER DIEM

Radiographers must demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology. Radiographers must maintain a high degree of accuracy in radiographic positioning and exposure technique. He or she must maintain knowledge about radiation protection and safety. Radiographers prepare for and assist the Radiologist in the completion of intricate radiographic examinations. They prepare and administer contrast media and medications in accordance with state and federal regulations. Radiographers are the primary liaison between patients and Radiologists and other members of the support team. They must remain sensitive to the physical and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, patient assessment, patient monitoring and patient care skills. Radiographers use professional and ethical judgment and critical thinking when performing their duties. Quality improvement and customer service allows the Radiographer to be a responsible member of the health care team by continually assessing professional performance. Radiographers embrace continuing education for optimal patient care, public education and enhanced knowledge and technical competence.

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Sciences / registry in Radiologic Technology required. Contingence of ARRT registration as follows: maintenance of continuing education as directed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.

Previous experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred, but will accept newly registered graduates from approved radiography program. Technical expertise, knowledge of anatomy, safety conscious, manual dexterity, clerical accuracy, verbal ability.

ARRT, or ARRT registered within six (6) months of graduation from approved radiography program. BLS required and must be completed prior to end of orientation period

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital is Northeastern Pennsylvanias largest community hospital, with 392 beds and a medical staff of more than 400 physicians representing nearly 50 medical and surgical specialties. Recognized for its excellence in heart and vascular care, inpatient and outpatient cancer care and wide ranging surgical specialties, including orthopaedic surgery, neurosurgery and minimally invasive surgical procedures, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital is also home to the region's busiest emergency department, which treats more than 55,000 patients a year. For more information, visit www.wilkesbarregeneral.net.