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UofL Health · 2 weeks ago

Registered Radiology Tech, Kleinert Kutz Hand Care, UofL Health, First Shift

Louisville, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system dedicated to delivering patient-centered care. The Registered Radiology Tech will perform radiographic examinations, maintain accuracy in positioning and exposure, and assist the radiologist during intricate procedures while ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Health CareHospitalmHealthPrimary and Urgent CarePsychology

Responsibilities

Uses consistent and appropriate techniques to gather relevant information pertinent to the examination being performed, including correct patient identification and order verification

Assess patient to determine and develop an action plan for completing the procedure

Performs pre and post exam patient education pertinent to exam being performed

Produces images according to established protocols within the Diagnostic Imaging Department, at patients’ bedside, ER, and surgery with a high degree of accuracy

Demonstrates good radiation safety practices during radiographic examinations to include use of lead shields, collimation, and determining pregnancy status of women of childbearing years

Prepares for and assists Physicians with intricate radiographic examinations

Ensures examinations are performed, completed, and ready for physician interpretation

Attends and participates in department staff meetings and in-services

Takes an active role in gaining and maintaining proficiency in hospital and radiology equipment and information systems needed in performance of job responsibilities

Instructs Radiologic Technology students in radiographic positioning, technique, and film critique

Presents a positive image of the hospital and department

Assists in quality improvement programs in the department

Maintains appropriate credentials and certifications related to clinical performance and ensures a current copy is on file with the appropriate department

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologyARRT CertificationKY Radiation Operators CertificationCPR-BLS CertificationPatient EducationRadiation Safety PracticesQuality ImprovementTeam Collaboration