Radiology Technologist - OrthoKansas

LMH Health

19h•Onsite

About The Position

LMH Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist to join their team. This role involves providing empathetic and instructional patient care, operating imaging equipment, collecting data using computers and imaging devices, ensuring patient safety, and performing various exams under the direction of a physician and according to protocols. The technologist will also assist other departments by operating radiology equipment for procedures and must adhere to state licensure scope of practice and approved protocols.

Requirements

ARRT (RT) registered
LRT, state of Kansas licensure within 3 months of employment
BLS certification

Responsibilities

Supports the mission of the MSL and LMH Health
Explains procedures to patient/family accurately and to customer satisfaction.
Maintains all equipment appropriately
Utilizes appropriate equipment and supplies to perform exams or aide in performance of diagnostic procedures that comply with the states scope of practice.
Communicates professionally and effectively with all customers.
Assists the MSL physician as needed for completion of procedures.
Adheres to standard of care outline for customers in policy and procedures.
Maintains certifications, licensure and job related/accreditation competencies and requirements.
Performs patient examinations proficiently, efficiently and safely.
Maintains confidentiality of all customers.
Completes ordered exams and assembles data in folder to be read by the MSL physician and /or Radiologist.
Generates exam charges in Radiology computer system.
Utilizes resources to provide the best standard of care for patients in Imaging Services.
Acts as patient’s advocate prior, during and following exams.
Maintains accurate patient records and documents pertinent data and patient information completely.
Reviews patient history and obtains appropriate order.
Confidently perform all types of diagnostic radiology exams with emphasis on patient care.
Utilize knowledge of positioning and techniques.
Obtains resources to provide the patient with diagnostic imaging while adhering to ALARA.
Utilize appropriate equipment and supplies to perform surgical exams, diagnostic orthopedic exams and/or in aiding the MSL physician with minor procedures as needed.
Performs care according to the population served on the unit as referenced in the Administrative, Scope of Services Policy.
Performs other duties as needed or assigned.