Rad Tech Weekends - Sign on Bonus Eligible!

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 week
• Call, 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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