Job Description

Radiology Technologist - Full Time, weekends position in the Radiology/Imaging Unit at Lutheran Health Network - Lutheran Hospital

Rated as Lutheran Hospital's top 3 units for employee satisfaction! 

Eligible for weekend premium pay! Sign on bonus eligible!Full Time - 32 hours per weekCall, and holiday rotation required. Call response time: 60 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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