Radiology Diagnostic Technologist - Patient-Centered Care

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) invites applications for a Radiologic Technologist to provide diagnostic imaging under physician supervision while upholding radiation safety standards. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care and service orientation within a team-focused environment.

Responsibilities include producing diagnostic images, ensuring proper exam orders, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with radiologists and staff to optimize patient care and workflow.

Qualifications

• Technical School Diploma and Radiography program completed.
• Must be able to handle medical and confidential information ethically.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Understanding of radiation-producing equipment and safety.
• Knowledge of medical technology and terminology.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - PA.
• RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - PA Upon Hire.

Responsibilities

• Produces images of diagnostic quality, processes, and prepares images for interpretation by the radiologist.
• Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Uses appropriate exposure factors, collimation, and proper distance with documentation. Assumes responsibility and accountability for his/her own safety and the safety of others.
• Ensures appropriate exam is ordered for number of images provided and attached to the correct patient folder.
• Documents LMP, fluoro time, radiologist, number of images, appropriate history and all other required documentation.
• Coordinates daily work duties within the team and coordinates timing of exams.
• Ensures images have crossed into PACS before study is complete.
• Confirms physician orders are complete and includes signature, ordered study, reason for test (diagnosis/CPT codes) and obtains missing information prior to treatment.
• Reports equipment malfunction and the need for adjustment and/or repairs.
• Assists in the education and training of new employees, students, and other ancillary personnel.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of the work area.

Skills

Ethical handling

Problem solving

Radiation safety

Medical terminology

Education

Technical School Diploma; Radiography program

Radiologic program completion (≤1 year)

Associate’s Degree in Health Science (preferred)

Tools

PA RT Certification

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) invites applications for a Radiologic Technologist to provide diagnostic imaging under physician supervision while upholding radiation safety standards. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care and service orientation within a team-focused environment.

Responsibilities include producing diagnostic images, ensuring proper exam orders, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with radiologists and staff to optimize patient care and workflow.