Radiologic Technologist Per Diem

Job Description

For Our Patients
Collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication.
Exercise professional judgment to provide health care services, which include applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required, Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program required
• Work Experience: Experience in a clinical setting preferred
• Licenses/Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA). American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration required at time of hire. State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist is required at the time of hire (if applicable by state law).

Skills

• Positioning patients properly for the X-ray procedure required.
• Identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
• Following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & more
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO: starting at 208 hours annually

Pay

Competitive Pay
This position offers monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics
Sign on bonus up to $10,000 (for eligible applicants)
Ongoing referral bonus opportunities

Schedule

Work Life Balance

Requirements

• Responsible for x-ray services as needed
• Under the direction of the clinical provider, perform x-ray services for patients by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly.
• Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use.
• May need to push patient in a wheelchair
• Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; confirm purpose of visit;
• Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to provider.
• Maintain medical records and scan charts to patient files.
• Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed
• Support clinic operations to keep the center running smoothly.
• Explain procedures to patients, ensure their comfort and safety, and answer their questions.
• Accurately position patients and equipment for optimal imaging results.
• Select proper ionizing factors by adjusting/setting radiographic controls to capture clear, high-quality diagnostic images.
• Manage necessary supplies.
• Adhere to strict radiation safety protocols and implement ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
• Maintain accurate patient records and log completed procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks as required.
• Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.