Join to apply for the Diagnostic Technologist - Weekend role at Lehigh Valley Health Network1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Diagnostic Technologist - Weekend role at Lehigh Valley Health NetworkGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Provides diagnostic quality radiologic imaging under the direction of a Physician while maintaining proper radiation protection standards.
Follows the guidelines for radiation safety while imaging gently.
Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction.
Produces images of diagnostic quality; processes and prepares images for interpretation by the radiologist.
Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
Uses appropriate exposure factors, collimation, and proper distance with documentation.
Assumes responsibility and accountability for his/her own safety and the safety of others.
Ensures appropriate exam is ordered for number of images provided and attached to the correct patient folder.
Confirms levels of supplies and equipment to meet requirements for patient care and/or specific departments.
Documents LMP, fluoro time, radiologist, number of images, appropriate history and all other required documentation.
Ensures coordination of daily work duties within the team and coordinates timing of exams.
Ensures images have crossed into PACS before study is complete.
Confirms physician orders are complete and includes signature, ordered study, reason for test (diagnosis/CPT codes) and obtains missing information prior to treatment.
Reports equipment malfunction and the need for adjustment and/or repairs.
Assists in the education and training of new employees, students, and other ancillary personnel.
Assumes responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area and maintains orderliness.
Minimum Qualifications: Technical School Diploma Graduate of accredited Radiography program or equivalent, Less than 1 year Completion of Radiologic program, Ability to deal effectively and ethically with medical and confidential information relating to patients, family and physicians, Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems, Understanding of how to effectively and safely use radiation producing equipment, Knowledge of medical technology and terminology, American Heart Association Basic Life SupportState of Pennsylvania within 30 Days, RTRegistered Technologist RadiologyState of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.
Preferred Qualifications: Associate's Degree Graduate of Health Science Program.
Physical Demands: Lift and carry 40-50 lbs.
Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs.
push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs.
of the patient's weight.
Frequent to continuous standing/walking.
Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift.
*Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Work Shift: Weekend Shift, Saturday and Sunday; 8a-8:00p.
Position Type: Onsite.
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