Overview
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Summary
Performs diagnostic quality radiologic imaging under the guidance of a registered technologist 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.
Job Duties
* 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.
* Produces images of diagnostic quality, processes, and prepares images for interpretation by the radiologist.
* 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
* High School Diploma/GED; currently attending an approved school of radiological technology
* Less than 1 year; currently a second year student of an accredited radiology program with competencies completed
* 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 Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 days
* RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - State of Pennsylvania within 3 years
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher; 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. Activity may include kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR as required by role.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Equal Opportunity
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, LVHN provides employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy.
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