Diagnostic Technologist - ExpressCare

Lehigh Valley Health Network•Whitehall, PA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Supports the function of the radiologist and performs various kinds of diagnostic imagining examinations that are crucial for the detection of illness, injury, and other medical conditions. Utilizes various types of imaging equipment to provide physicians with data and images they need to diagnose and treat their patients. Performs radiology exams of designated anatomy and adheres to necessary radiation safety precautions. Functions as a member of the practice clinical care delivery team to provide selected clinical care to patients. Specializes in x-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans.

Requirements

Technical School Diploma Graduate of AMA accredited Radiology Technician program.
2 years Diagnostic radiology and Less than 1 year Multi-disciplined radiology department.
Ability to deal effectively and ethically with medical and confidential information relating to patients, families, providers, and clinical staff.
Ability to interpret information to identify each patient’s requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs.
Knowledge and deep understanding of anatomy and physiology, since different organs and tissues of the body are more sensitive to radiation.
Knowledge of the strict protocols on the amount of radiation supplied to patients.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire

Responsibilities

Adjusts, maintains, and sterilizes the medical diagnostic imaging equipment, as well as the room in which the testing takes place.
Maintains detailed records of procedures the patient received, diagnosis, and other medical notes that are of concern for proper treatment.
Performs selected clinical procedures after demonstrating competency.
Rooms selected patients as a member of the care delivery team.
Completes vital signs on patients after completing the LVPG vital sign competency assessment (i.e. height, weight, head circumference, growth charts, temperature, pulse respiration, blood pressure, and pain screening and any others specific to the practice).
Produces images of diagnostic quality; processes and prepares for interpretations by radiologists.
Communicates with the radiologist, physician, and other members of the health care team to determine whether more images need to be taken.
Explains the procedure to patients prior to beginning, including answering questions and calming any concerns to ensure their comfort.
Operates the diagnostic imaging equipment to take the images, while being certain that images are captured from every angle needed to be assessed.
Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards and shows evidence of proper radiation protection by use of collimation, lead shielding, and proper distance with documentation.