Radiologic Tech | PRN

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is seeking a Radiology Technician to work with Providers in diagnosing and treating patients using diagnostic imaging. The role involves preparing patients and equipment, performing radiology tests, and maintaining radiology equipment to support high-quality imaging results.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and either an Associate or Bachelors degree in Radiology or Radiologic Technology, with experience in direct patient care and strong

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelors degree in Radiology or Radiologic Technology.
• Experience in providing direct patient care.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy and ability to operate radiologic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of radiology practices.
• Follow radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and staff.
• Sterilize and maintain radiographic equipment and report equipment failures.
• Calibrate equipment to ensure clear images in the area specified by the doctor.
• Monitor patient safety during imaging procedures.
• Position patients and equipment to obtain correct images.
• Prepare and educate patients about imaging procedures.
• Document procedures and data in the computer.
• Review patient charts for imaging procedures.

Job description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Radiology Technician works with Providers to diagnose and treat patients using diagnostic imaging examinations The Radiology Technician prepares patients and equipment for radiology procedures performs the tests and maintains the equipment

SUPERVISION

Reports directly to Nurse Manager andor Charge Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Maintain up to date knowledge of current radiology practices
• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff
• Ensure proper sterilization maintaining radiographic equipment and reporting any equipment failures
• Calibrate the equipment to ensure clear usable images are taken of the correct area as specified by the doctor
• Monitor patients and ensure their safety during imaging procedures
• Position patients and equipment to capture the correct area and produce clear images
• Prepare and educate patients about the imaging procedure
• Key commands and data into computer to document
• Review patients chart for imaging procedure
• 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

High school diploma required;Associate or Bachelors degree in Radiology or Radiologic TechnologyExperience in providing direct patient care Physician office setting preferredComputer literacyExcellent communication interpersonal and patient service skillsGood analytical and problem solving skillsAbility to operate and understand radiologic technology and equipmentPhysical stamina to stand for long periods of timeMust be adaptable to change Physical DemandsWork 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 Must be able to exchange accurate information with patients family peers and medical personnel Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsExperience Memorial is more than a slogan its the care we provide our patients and its the commitment to our community and our team members As a nationally certified Great Place to Work at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well being and professional growth of our employees Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued your growth is nurtured and your success is celebrated Working at Lake Charles Memorial Health System Great Place To Work