Independence Health System ยท 5 months ago
RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST
Unity, PA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelIndependence Health System is seeking a Radiology Technologist to produce radiographs for diagnostic purposes as directed by the radiologist. The role involves collecting patient data, verifying orders, providing patient information about procedures, and ensuring optimal imaging parameters are determined for various examinations.
Health CareHospital
Responsibilities
Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure
Reconfirms patient's identification and verifies the physician's order
Reviews the patient's chart and/or the physician's order to determine the optimal imaging procedure for suspected pathology
Verifies the patient's pregnancy status when appropriate
Provide information to the patient about the procedure
Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure and answers any questions
Provides accurate explanations and instructions at an appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand
Instructs patient regarding preparation prior to imaging procedures including allergic reactions
Analyzes the information obtained during assessment phase and determines optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis
Determines whether patient has been appropriately prepared for procedure
Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedures such as medications or insufficient patient preparation
Selects appropriate shielding and positioning devices
Administers contrast agents according to established guidelines (if applicable)
Obtains written consent prior to IV contrast administration
Evaluates lab values prior to administering contrast agents
Determines appropriate type and dose of contrast agent to be administered
Monitors patient during exam for adverse reaction to contrast media
Obtains optimum images during exam/procedure
Sets/adjusts radiographic equipment
Positions patients to obtain diagnostic images per established protocols
Sends images to PACS for interpretation by radiologist (where applicable)
Documents information about patient care, exam, and patient history in appropriate record (where applicable)
Verifies/enters correct order into RIS/HIS
Documents appropriate patient history in PACS system
Documents any exceptions to the established guidelines
Scans appropriate documents into PACS system
Facilitates correspondence with all departments to assure procedures are done promptly (where applicable)
Works with Centralized Scheduling, nursing units, and ER (if applicable) to accommodate STAT or ASAP orders
Coordinates patient care with other departments within Imaging/radiology
Maintains equipment and workstation in optimum condition
Performs daily QC on radiographic equipment
Assure adequate patient care and office supplies are maintained
Implements downtime procedures when necessary (where applicable)
Coordinates rescheduling of patients during equipment downtime
Initiates established downtime procedures
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Completion of a (JRCERT) accredited Radiologic Technology Program recognized by the ARRT
Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice
Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience
Current Registry with the ARRT or must obtain within 90 days of hire or transfer
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 with renewal
Preferred
Experience in Healthcare setting
Benefits
$7,500 Sign-On Bonus Available
Company
Independence Health System
Independence Health System offers patients nationally recognized quality care in cardiology, orthopedics, palliative care, and maternity as well as a broad range of surgical, medical, emergency, and behavioral health services, and an extensive network of primary care physicians.
Founded in 2004
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-01-03Acquired
Leadership Team
Laurie English
Sr. VP/ Chief Human Resources Officer, MBA, SPHR
Carol Fox
Chief Medical Officer
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