Radiology Technologist-Nights

About the role

The Radiology Technologist is responsible for the understanding of the following services that are offered at Grant Regional: general radiology, bone density, ultrasound, mammography, nuclear medicine, CT, MRI, and fluoroscopy.

Responsibilities

• Operate radiographic equipment to produce quality radiographs of body for diagnostic purpose, as directed by Radiologist.
• Practices radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• May operate mobile radiographic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient’s bedside.
• Maintain a positive and professional atmosphere for patients.
• Transfer and properly position patients for examinations and provide immobilization as required and protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Select and operate equipment, selecting proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.
• Use film markers correctly and consistently.
• Assist physicians in performance of examinations. Assist in performing first aid as necessary.
• Practice sterile techniques and prevents cross-contamination. Maintain orderliness and cleanliness.
• Secure and return supplies and maintains room stock.
• Report equipment failure to supervisor using proper forms and maintaining appropriate records.
• Perform and obtain complete patient history, proper documentation, and consents.
• Purge and digitize film following required guidelines.
• Complete image release processes appropriately.
• Assist in scheduling exams and procedures.
• Responsible for delegated areas of authority in the performance of routine or special procedures. In the absence of the supervisor or senior technologist, may be designated as acting supervisor.

Qualifications

• ARRT registered or registry eligible.
• Licensed Radiographer by State of Wisconsin.
• Knowledge of general radiography and fluoroscopy required.
• Multimodality experience desired, but not necessary.
• Must be willing to cross train in a minimum of Computed Tomography.

Schedule

Full-time .9 FTE Nights (36 hours/week). Hours include Monday and Tuesday 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday 6:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Schedule includes a holiday rotation. Schedule is subject to change to meet the needs of Grant Regional Health Center.

Benefits

Benefit eligible position.