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Posted: 31-May-26
Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Categories:
Internal Number: 91116
Location: US:PA:Harrisburg
Work Type: PRN
FTE: 0.001
Shift: Varied
Evening Shift Differential:$2.00/hour
Night Shift Differential:$2.50/hour
Hours: 8:00a-4:30p and 3:00p-7:00p
Recruiter Contact: Lindsay Erdman at lerdman2@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Responsible for performing both routine and special mammography procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The percentage of time spent performing essential functions is 95%. Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:
- Performs standardized imaging procedures involving proper positioning of the patient, selection of technical factors based on patient size, body thickness, and organ/body part of interest, insuring accurate imaging as per defined protocols or under the direction of the radiologist/physician.
- Ensures proper operation of the equipment safely while maintaining regulatory standards during all procedures.
- Explains procedure and preparation to patients.
- Ensures that the Universal Protocol Verification of Correct Patient, Procedures and Side/Site (for Invasive or Surgical Procedures) is followed on every patient.
- Schedules patients and determines if any changes need to be made on a daily basis.
- Records procedural and historical information in the RIS. Also, records this and other required information on the patient request, for historical and billing purposes. Performs patient imaging by interacting with the patient using professionalism, courtesy and following the institutional guidelines for safety.
- Sets-up and adjusts supportive and immobilization equipment and devices as required by individual cases.
- Performs room and equipment disinfection procedures in accordance with infection control and departmental guidelines.
- Maintains the area, supplies, and equipment in a neat, orderly, and prepared manner.
- Assists physicians with various procedures.
- Responsible for reporting all unusual occurrences, incidents, serious events, and sentinel events involving patients, equipment and/or medical devices used in the care and treatment of patients. Checks patient's studies for completeness in the absence of the attending physician.
- Administers first aid and assists in cases of adverse reaction to media.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Must pass the ARRT Mammography (M) within 1 year of meeting the initial MQSA requirement
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP?
#WeAre committed to providing patient- and family-centered care to all patients ?and skillfully handle needs at every level of complexity utilizing our shared governance model of care. The Medical Group is constructed of both primary care and multi-specialty offices that are striving to make a difference in each patient?s healthcare routine. Working alongside seasoned professionals, you will be spearheading the mission of Penn State Health to provide the highest quality care to all patients within their local community! Working with us means being part of a team that strives to provide excellent patient care every day, but also one that works together to set and achieve goals, build on the Penn State Health legacy and create new possibilities for the future.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE?LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence ? that?s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That?s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health?s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.