Rad Tech PRN

Job Description

Radiology Technologist

• PRN position in the Radiology/Imaging Unit at Lutheran Health Network

• Lutheran Hospital

Rated as Lutheran Hospital's top 3 units for employee satisfaction!

• PRN flexibility to accommodate your schedule!

• Eligible for PRN flat rate!

• Minimum 1 shift every 2 weeks - required to work as needed which may include nights and weekends shifts.

• Call, and holiday rotation may be required. Call response time: 60 minutes

Job Summary:

• According to the guidelines of Radiology Diagnostic Protocol and under the direction of a Radiologist/Physician and Supervisor, Diagnostics performs radiographic procedures as ordered by physician and processes images for use in patient diagnosis and treatment.

• Verifies accuracy of procedure on x-ray requisition with physician written order. Makes necessary revisions before performing the procedure.

• Makes identification of patient according to hospital policy before performing the procedure.

• Obtains procedure-related patient history from patient, physician, and/or patient chart and documents in procedure exam data comments for interpretation correlation. Provides pertinent diagnostic test results in the same manner.

• Completes Radiology Contrast Screening form before intravascular contrast injection; follows Radiology protocol as to patient care and contrast injection procedure.

• Prepares oral contrast for the procedure according to protocol.

• Communicates with patients, family, and visitors in a positive professional, and helpful manner at all times.

• Clearly explains radiographic procedure process to patient before procedure begins and provides follow-up information as to receiving results of findings for every patient.

• Instructs and safety assist patients in assuming physical position necessary according to procedure protocol and/or direction of a physician.

• Maintains constant observation of patient condition during the procedure. Demonstrates safety and caring toward patients at all times. In case of an adverse incident, provides follow-up documentation according to department and hospital protocol.

• Provides radiologist or physician with patient clinical history and procedure-related information.

• Responds to the medical team in a helpful manner regarding questions related to equipment operation, procedure performance, or technical skills.

Education:

• Successful completion of a radiological diagnostic education from an accredited program.

Registration/Certification:

• Current licensure with registration (or eligible for completion within a year of employment) from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

• Current Indiana State Board of Health General Certificate for Radiographers. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is required within six months of employment

Equal Employment Opportunity