Diagnostic Technologist II - Weekend

Schuylkill•Dickson City, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides diagnostic-quality radiologic imaging under the direction of a physician while maintaining radiation protection standards. Follows radiation safety guidelines and delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction. The position is onsite at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Dickson City, 330 Main St. The work schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 a.m.–11:30 p.m., on the Day Shift. Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Technical school diploma; graduate of an accredited Radiography program or equivalent.
Completion of a Radiologic program.
Less than one year of experience.
Ability to deal effectively and ethically with medical and confidential information relating to patients, families, and physicians.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Understanding of how to use radiation-producing equipment effectively and safely.
Knowledge of medical technology and terminology.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support; Pennsylvania state requirement within 30 days.
Registered Technologist Radiology credential; Pennsylvania state requirement upon hire.
Ability to lift and carry 40–50 pounds, including pushing/pulling patients on beds or stretchers and performing lateral transfers involving up to 50 pounds of a patient's weight.
Frequent to continuous standing and walking.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree.
Graduate of a Health Science program.

Responsibilities

Produce diagnostic-quality images and process and prepare them for radiologist interpretation.
Provide radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards; use appropriate exposure factors, collimation, and distance, with documentation.
Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Ensure the appropriate exam is ordered for the images provided and that images are attached to the correct patient folder.
Confirm supplies and equipment are available to meet patient-care and department requirements.
Document LMP, fluoroscopy time, radiologist, number of images, appropriate history, and other required information.
Coordinate daily work duties and exam timing with the team.
Ensure images have crossed into PACS before completing a study.
Confirm physician orders are complete, including signature, ordered study, and reason for test (diagnosis/CPT codes), and obtain missing information before treatment.
Report equipment malfunctions and the need for adjustment or repair.
Assist with education and training of new employees, students, and other ancillary personnel.
Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and orderliness of the immediate work area.