LVHN - Travel: CT/Diagnostic Technologist - DAYS/WEEKENDS - MAC - Diverse Linx

Who we are: Diverse Lynx, based in Princeton, NJ, is a Healthcare Staffing agency serving a broad array of U.S. healthcare facilities, from hospitals and clinics to labs and nursing homes. Committed to excellence and diversity, we're an equal opportunity employer, welcoming talent irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, or any other protected status.

Job Title: Travel CT/Diagnostic Technologist
Facility: Lehigh Valley Hospital Network
Location: 3369 Route 100, Macungie, PA 18062
Pay range: $70 - $72/hr
Shift time: 7am 7pm
13 weeks assignment with high possibility of extension


CANDIDATESIGNATURE FORM REQUIRED AT TIME OF SUBMITTAL
****REQUIRED: PROOF of COVID& FLU vaccination MUST be provided at time candidate is submitted! Declinations are accepted.****
**Please note: LVHN requires a full Hep B series (3 doses) or positive Hep B antibody documentation**
Summary
Perform diagnostic CT and radiologic quality imaging under the direction of a physician using professional judgement while maintaining proper technical and radiation quality standards. Provides courteous and professional delivery of imaging procedures while adhering to radiation safety precautions to promote patient satisfaction. Supports patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process, while maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding PHI and HIPPA related information.


Job Duties

• Performs all types of imaging procedures & operates all equipment safely and properly including imaging equipment, injectors, & monitors.
• Reviews images of all exams, repeating as necessary to providing radiation protection in accordance with safety standards for best possible results.
• Communicates with the patient by addressing the patient by name, introducing self to the patient, explaining the exam in Client terms and keeping the patient Informed of exam progress.
• Ensures appropriate exam is ordered and images are delivered to the correct patient folder in PACS.
• Document LMP, fluoro time, number of images, appropriate history and any adverse reaction to contrast media or change in patient's condition.
• Prepares patients for imaging procedures by reviewing patient chart/script to verify pertinent information, assess patients needs, medical history, and provides patient education.
• Attends department meetings or other mandatory meetings, assist with education and training of new employees, students and other ancillary personnel with a positive attitude.
• Ensures coordination of daily work duties with the team and coordinates timing of exams.
• Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity while maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area.

• Technical School Diploma Graduate of accredited Radiography program or equivalent and
• RT(CT) Certified
• 1 year experience as a Radiologic Technologist and
• 1 year experience as a CT technologist
• Ability to provide proper patient care essential to radiologic procedures.
• Knowledge and skills to perform all imaging exams on patients of all ages, adapting to various protocols.
• Proficient use of the advanced software for CT scanning and post procedure processing applications.
• Strong aptitude for CT technology.
• Strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, and upbeat demeanor.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support
• RT - Registered Technologist Radiology
• CT - Computed Tomography ARRT

• Associates Degree Graduate of Health Science program
• Knowledge and skills to perform venipuncture.