Radiology Technologist - PRN

Lawrence Memorial Hospital; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement to support cont­

Professional development and recog­n­i

Excellent benefits

Job summary

LMH Health in Lawrence, KS seeks a Radiology Technologist to provide empathetic patient care, operate imaging equipment, and follow Radiology protocols under the Radiologist's direction. You will ensure patient safety and ALARA principles while supporting other departments.

This role requires registration, licensure within 6 months, and BLS; LMH Health offers tuition reimbursement, professional development, and excellent benefits, with opportunities for advancement in a supportive hospital

Qualifications

• ARRT (RT) registration required.
• LRT licensure in Kansas within 6 months of employment.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supports the mission of LMH Health.
• Explains procedures to patient/family accurately and to customer satisfaction.
• Maintains all equipment appropriately.
• Utilizes appropriate equipment and supplies to perform exams or aid in performance of diagnostic procedures that comply with the state's scope of practice.
• Communicates professionally and effectively with all customers.
• Assists the Radiologist as needed for completion of procedures.
• Maintains certifications, licensure and job related/accreditation competencies and requirements.
• Performs patient examinations proficiently, efficiently and safely.
• Maintains confidentiality of all customers.
• Completes ordered exams and assembles data in folder to be read by the Radiologist/Physician.
• Generates exam charges in Radiology computer system.
• Utilizes resources to provide the best standard of care for patients in Imaging Services.
• Acts as patient's advocate prior, during and following exams.
• Maintains accurate patient records and documents pertinent data and patient information completely.
• Reviews patient history and obtains appropriate order.
• Confidently perform all types of diagnostic radiology exams with emphasis on patient care.
• Utilize knowledge of positioning and techniques.
• Obtains resources to provide the patient with diagnostic imaging while adhering to ALARA.
• Utilize appropriate equipment and supplies to perform surgical exams, diagnostic exams and/or in aiding the radiologist with exams requiring contrast/barium.
• Performs care according to the population served on the unit as referenced in the Administrative, Scope of Services Policy.
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position

Skills

Empathetic patient care

Patient safety

Radiology safety

Explain procedures to patient/family

Education

ARRT (RT) registered

LRT Kansas licensure within 6 months of employment

BLS certification

Job description

Something special starts here. You can't define it, but you know it when you see it: the difference between an average life and the good life. When your cup is full - with joy, purpose and lifelong health - it shows. At LMH Health, we are all about healthy people, healthy communities and healthy futures, and that makes us your destination for an exceptional career. From flexible, work-life harmony to competitive pay and great advancement potential, find everything you're looking for at LMH Health.

You’ll find everything you're looking for at LMH Health:

• Tuition reimbursement to support continuing education
• Professional development and recognition
• Excellent benefits

Job Description

I. JOB SUMMARY

The responsibility of the Radiology Technologist includes empathetic and instructional approach to patient care, the preparation, operation of imaging, collection data using computers, necessary imaging devices and care of instrumentation, patient physical safety and radiation safety. The Radiology Technologist performs a variety of exams without and with contrast enhancement at the direction of the Radiologist and Radiology protocols. The Radiology Technologist aids other departments by operating radiology equipment for procedures in other areas of the hospital. The technologist must adhere to State Licensure scope of practice and medical staff approved protocols.

II. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the mission of LMH Health.
• Explains procedures to patient/family accurately and to customer satisfaction.
• Maintains all equipment appropriately
• Utilizes appropriate equipment and supplies to perform exams or aide in performance of diagnostic procedures that comply with the states scope of practice.
• Communicates professionally and effectively with all customers.
• Assists the Radiologist as needed for completion of procedures.
• Adheres to standard of care outline for customers in policy and procedures as the Medical Director of Imaging Services.
• Maintains certifications, licensure and job related/accreditation competencies and requirements.
• Performs patient examinations proficiently, efficiently and safely.
• Maintains confidentiality of all customers.
• Completes ordered exams and assembles data in folder to be read by the Radiologist/Physician.
• Generates exam charges in Radiology computer system.
• Utilizes resources to provide the best standard of care for patients in Imaging Services.
• Acts as patient's advocate prior, during and following exams.
• Maintains accurate patient records and documents pertinent data and patient information completely.
• Reviews patient history and obtains appropriate order.
• Confidently perform all types of diagnostic radiology exams with emphasis on patient care.
• Utilize knowledge of positioning and techniques.
• Obtains resources to provide the patient with diagnostic imaging while adhering to ALARA.
• Utilize appropriate equipment and supplies to perform surgical exams, diagnostic exams and/or in aiding the radiologist with exams requiring contrast/barium.
• Performs care according to the population served on the unit as referenced in the Administrative, Scope of Services Policy.
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position

III. JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• ARRT (RT) registered
• LRT, state of Kansas licensure within 6 months of employment
• BLS certification

Our Cultural Beliefs

• People First
• Integrity Matters
• Better Together

At LMH Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.