Lutheran Health Network ยท 4 weeks ago
Rad Tech PRN
Lutheran Health Network is seeking a Radiology Technologist I who is responsible for obtaining radiographic images of diagnostic quality. This role collaborates with healthcare professionals to deliver efficient and effective patient care, ensuring safety, accuracy, and patient comfort.
Responsibilities
Performs high-quality radiographic procedures independently, ensuring reproducible and diagnostic-quality images while adhering to positioning guidelines and departmental standards
Practices radiation safety principles in accordance with ALARA guidelines and participates in the Image Gently and Image Wisely programs to minimize exposure
Prepares patients for procedures, verifies orders, confirms patient identity using two identifiers, and explains procedures to ensure patient understanding and comfort
Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics
Cleans and maintains imaging equipment and modalities in compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a safe and organized environment for patients and staff
Ensures the availability and proper organization of supplies and equipment needed for patient care
Inserts IV catheters for contrast injections when performing CT or MRI procedures, following departmental policies
Scans and verifies all associated documents into PACS for radiologist interpretation, ensuring proper documentation
Communicates effectively with peers, staff, physicians, leaders, and administration to support seamless patient care delivery
Identifies and mitigates artifacts in images, ensuring optimal image quality
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualification
Required
0-1 years of clinical experience as a radiologic technologist required
ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required
Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required
Company
Lutheran Health Network
Lutheran Health Network is a family of more than 6,000 employees, physicians, advanced practice providers and volunteers dedicated to providing compassionate, quality care with the best possible experience to every patient, every time.