Cardiology/Radiology Specialist I (Radiology Technologist)

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is seeking a Cardiology/Radiology Specialist to educate patients and staff about radiology issues. In this role, you will communicate effectively with team members and ensure quality patient care through problem identification and resolution.

The ideal candidate must graduate from a Radiology Technology program, hold a Louisiana Radiology license, and possess BLS-CPR and ACLS certifications. You will be expected to demonstrate competency in sterile techniques and adapt to a physically demanding work environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of School of Radiology Technology required.
• Must possess a current Louisiana Radiology license.
• BLS-CPR and ACLS certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients and staff on radiology issues.
• Identify and solve problems related to radiology equipment.
• Produce quality radiographs and participate in patient care.

Skills

Radiology issues education

Problem identification and solving

Effective communication

Competency in sterile technique

Technology and computer use

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Graduate of School of Radiology Technology

Current Louisiana Radiology license

ARRT registered

BLS-CPR certified

ACLS certified

Job description

Department: Cardiology/Cath Lab

Location: Lake Charles, LA

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

• The Cardiology/Radiology Specialist educates patients and staff appropriately in reference to radiology issues among other assigned tasks.

SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Effectively identifies and solves problems in reference to radiology equipment, patient care or radiation safety.
• Consistently communicates abnormal variances to Charge nurse, Circulating RN or Nurse Manager.
• Competent in sterile technique for all cath lab procedures
• Demonstrates the following best practices in a consistent and positive manner: Huddles, procedure reporting, Service Excellence principles, and use of sterile technique.
• Follows evidence-based policies and procedures to guide radiology practice.
• Consistently produces quality radiographs.
• Possesses competency in use of technology and computers.
• Demonstrates competency in the use of archive unit, image management, study measurements and quality control.
• Performs assessment of patient in regards to positioning to obtain quality study.
• Consistently participates in the multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Competently performs/assists with all cath lab procedures performed.
• Demonstrates competency in operation of all cath lab equipment.
• Interprets and implements physician orders in reference to positioning and x ray views.
• Competently performs unit specific procedures in the x ray and scrub positions.
• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in implementation of Unit PI plan.
• Has knowledge of and utilizes unit specific equipment appropriately.
• Understands and appropriately responds to the unique combination of cultural variables that professionals and individuals bring to interactions.
• Adheres to hospital/department radiation safety policies including annual Radiation Safety inservice.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of School of Radiology Technology required
• Current Louisiana Radiology license and ARRT registered required
• BLS-CPR certified required
• ACLS certified required

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work requires a variety of physical activities including standing and walking for long periods of time, bending, stooping, and lifting.
• The work environment may be physically confining.
• Visual acuity is required for a variety of specific activities.
• Must have normal hearing or utilize adaptive hearing devices if duties require listening with a stethoscope to discern breath sounds, heart sounds, and bowel sounds.
• Ability to do shift work as required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.