Internal Traveler - Radiological Technologist [3 Days Left]
Company: Childrens Hospital Of The Kings Daughter
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: July 16, 2025
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Job Description:
Summary - Please note: The hours for this role are 80 hours bi
weekly- 5 8 hour shifts Monday-Friday, 2pm-10:30pm - - GENERAL
SUMMARY - The Internal Traveler - Radiological Technologist
performs radiologic procedures and examinations under the direction
of radiologists or delegating practitioner to produce radiographic
studies which are used in medical diagnosis to locate injuries,
foreign bodies, pathological conditions or lesions within the body.
Reports to designated department Supervisor/Manager/Director. -
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Provides services using
imaging modalities with and without contrast including but not
limited to conventional x-ray, EOS, CR, DR, Fluoroscopy, Bone
Density, and Urodynamics. - Maintains and applies knowledge of
radiation protection standards; knowledge of the function of the
major divisions of the skeletal system and major organs; and
knowledge of the physical concept of energy and the property of
X-rays and electric circuits to perform diagnostic procedures and
to assist as a member of a medical team in radiologic examinations.
- Ability to provides high quality services independently with
little supervision within an inpatient, OR, ED and outpatient
setting. - Evaluates radiographs for technical quality. - Performs,
assists, and accountable for various Radiology procedures including
but not limited to Fluoroscopy, video swallows, arthrograms, LP’s
and proper maintenance and operation of equipment. - Exercises
professional judgment in the performance of radiographic
procedures. - Provides patient care essential to radiographic
procedures. - Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate
action. - Performs other duties as assigned. - LICENSES AND/OR
CERTIFICATIONS - Current Virginia State licensure as aRadiologic
Technologist by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
(ARRT) required. - MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS -
A minimum of 2-3 years Radiology Technologist experience in a
Hospital Radiology Department providing inpatient, outpatient, ED
and OR radiology services and procedures. - Knowledge of diagnostic
radiology principles and procedures as well as operation and
maintenance of radiologic equipment. - Interpersonal skills
necessary to communicate effectively with patients/families, team
members and physicians. - Analytical skills necessary to determine
best method of providing requested radiographs based on the
individual case and basic technical principles, ensuring clear
undistorted radiographs at the lowest radiation exposure/dosage. -
CPR Training required and/or must be obtained and maintained within
45 days of hire. - WORKING CONDITIONS - Radiology/Imaging areas
work environment with rare exposure to physical discomforts due to
unpleasant odors from specimens and chemicals. Occasional exposure
to infectious agents when handling specimens or hazardous materials
but potential for personal harm or injury is reduced when proper
safety and health precautions are followed. Regular exposure to
radiation. Minimum chance of injury once established safety
procedures are followed. Ability to stand for long periods of time
wearing a lead apron. Ability to lift or turn disabled patients.
Although radiation hazards exist in this occupation, they are
minimized by the use of lead aprons, gloves, and other shielding
devices, and by instruments monitoring exposure to radiation.
Radiation exposure badges must be worn to measure radiation levels
in the radiation area. - PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Click here to view
physical requirements. Additional Information CHKDHP
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