RAD Tech (Casual/PRN) (Finance)

Nemours Children's Health is seeking a RAD Tech (CASUAL/PRN) to join our team in Wilmington, Delaware.

Per Diem RAD Tech to cover our Operating Room and Deptford, NJ location.

The PRN Radiology Technologist will perform x-ray procedures including fluoroscopic procedures under the direction of a physician with established methods and procedures, is responsible for patient care, proper operation of all general diagnostic equipment. The PRN Radiology Technologist should report to the Operations Manager, Diagnostic Radiology who reports up to the Administrative Director.

The PRN Radiology Technologist is responsible for participation in departmental and hospital programs for Quality Assessment and Improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making recommendations, and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of Nemours.

The PRN Radiology Technologist is a clinically essential in person associate for the hospital; therefore, technologist will make every attempt possible to report for work in the event of inclement weather or for a code delta event requiring extra resources.

The PRN Radiology Technologist will be on the departmental call/help list and will require the following:

One assigned holiday a year; one winter or one summer

One (1) eight hour shift a week

One (1) night shift every 6 weeks

Two weekend evening or night shifts every three months

• Responsible for Patient/caregiver interactions and provides accurate preparation instructions to patient/caregiver with the ability to answer pertinent procedural questions.
• Knowledge of Diagnostic Imaging protocols, radiation safety and a working knowledge of all radiology equipment.
• Responsible for patient identification, proper identification of all images, PACS interaction and documentation. Operates hospital computer system for patient data entry and retrieval.
• Responsible for the preparation, administration, and documentation of contrast media per departmental protocols.
• Responsible for screening of patients to be imaged for contraindications that may be hazardous to their health or to the safety of others.
• Must have the ability to work well with others, acts as a team member. Ability to work independently and engage in critical thinking to improve the quality of care.
• Aids in the training of new associates and students.
• Ensures proper function of equipment by proper usage and maintenance. Reports unsafe conditions and incidents.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Good communication skills are required. In addition to accepting feedback, asking questions and active communication with counterparts and all departments.

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited ARRT program required. Completion of clinical hours in an accredited ARRT program required.
• ARRT registration required upon hire.
• State License eligible.
• Must obtain State of Delaware Radiology Technologist license within 90 days of hire.
• State of New Jersey Radiology Technologist license will be required at a later date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire.
• One year of Radiology Technologist experience preferred.

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