OR Radiology Technologist – Diagnostic Imaging

1017 Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Hazleton is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to produce diagnostic-quality images across the OR and radiology department under physician supervision. You will follow radiation safety guidelines and ensure timely image delivery for PACS.

The role emphasizes patient care, collaboration with surgeons and nursing staff, and adherence to department standards. Requires ARRT licensure, Pennsylvania registration, BLS within 180 days, and a technical radiography diploma.

Qualifications

• Technical School Diploma graduate of accredited Radiography program or equivalent.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to build comprehensive reports and effectively convey information to others.
• Knowledge of medical technology and terminology.
• Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data.
• Anatomy knowledge RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 180 Days.

Responsibilities

• Able to move imaging equipment safely in the OR room setting.
• Turn equipment on and adjust quality of image to perform exams. This includes portables, hybrid room, C-Arms and O-arms.
• Ensures prompt submission of images and documents before sending to PACS.
• Uses appropriate exposure factors, collimation, lead shielding, and proper distance.
• Documents LMP, fluoro time, mGy and room time.
• Ensures appropriate exams are ordered and attached to the correct patient within 30 minutes after procedure.
• Performs radiologic images in accordance with the department standards or as requested by surgeon. Anatomy when required, is labeled corrected.
• Prepares injector, provides contrast verifies proper injector settings, under the supervision of the Surgeon.
• Ensures coordination of daily work duties within the team; coordinates timing of exams within department guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Problem solving

Effective communication

Medical terminology

Data analysis

Education

Technical School Diploma (Radiography)

Registered Radiologic Technologist (PA)

Associate’s Degree (Health Science)

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Hazleton is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to produce diagnostic-quality images across the OR and radiology department under physician supervision. You will follow radiation safety guidelines and ensure timely image delivery for PACS.

The role emphasizes patient care, collaboration with surgeons and nursing staff, and adherence to department standards. Requires ARRT licensure, Pennsylvania registration, BLS within 180 days, and a technical radiography diploma.