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Form of workRadiology Technologist - Full Time, weekends position in the Radiology/Imaging Unit at Lutheran Health Network - Lutheran Hospital
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- Sign on bonus eligible!
- Full Time - 32 hours per week
- Hours: 12p-12:30a Sa/Sun; 10:30-11p Tues
- Call, and holiday rotation required. Call response time: 30 minutes
Job Summary:
- According to the guidelines of Radiology Diagnostic Protocol and under the direction of a Radiologist/Physician and Supervisor, Diagnostics performs radiographic procedures as ordered by physician and processes images for use in patient diagnosis and treatment.
- Verifies accuracy of procedure on x-ray requisition with physician written order. Makes necessary revisions before performing the procedure.
- Makes identification of patient according to hospital policy before performing the procedure.
- Obtains procedure-related patient history from patient, physician, and/or patient chart and documents in procedure exam data comments for interpretation correlation. Provides pertinent diagnostic test results in the same manner.
- Completes Radiology Contrast Screening form before intravascular contrast injection; follows Radiology protocol as to patient care and contrast injection procedure.
- Prepares oral contrast for the procedure according to protocol.
- Communicates with patients, family, and visitors in a positive professional, and helpful manner at all times.
- Clearly explains radiographic procedure process to patient before procedure begins and provides follow-up information as to receiving results of findings for every patient.
- Instructs and safety assist patients in assuming physical position necessary according to procedure protocol and/or direction of a physician.
- Maintains constant observation of patient condition during the procedure. Demonstrates safety and caring toward patients at all times. In case of an adverse incident, provides follow-up documentation according to department and hospital protocol.
- Provides radiologist or physician with patient clinical history and procedure-related information.
- Responds to the medical team in a helpful manner regarding questions related to equipment operation, procedure performance, or technical skills.
Education:
- Successful completion of a radiological diagnostic education from an accredited program.
Registration/Certification:
- Current licensure with registration (or eligible for completion within a year of employment) from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Current Indiana State Board of Health General Certificate for Radiographers. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is required within six months of employment
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