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Diagnostic Technologist

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Dickson City, PA
8 days ago

Job Description

Join Lehigh Valley Health Network as a Diagnostic Technologist and provide diagnostic quality radiologic imaging while ensuring patient safety and satisfaction. Be part of a recognized organization dedicated to excellence in healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produces images of diagnostic quality and prepares them for interpretation by the radiologist
  • Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards
  • Ensures appropriate exam is ordered and attached to the correct patient folder
  • Confirms levels of supplies and equipment
  • Documents required information accurately
  • Coordinates daily work duties and exam timings within the team
  • Ensures images are properly uploaded to PACS
  • Confirms physician orders are complete
  • Reports equipment malfunctions and need for repairs
  • Assists in the education and training of new employees and students
  • Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of the work area

Required Qualifications

  • Technical School Diploma Graduate of accredited Radiography program or equivalent
  • Less than 1 year Completion of Radiologic program
  • Ability to deal effectively and ethically with medical and confidential information
  • Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems
  • Understanding of how to effectively and safely use radiation producing equipment
  • Knowledge of medical technology and terminology
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania
  • RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree Graduate of Health Science Program