Travel Radiologic Technologist - $2,100 per week

About the role

Prepare patients for examinations, explain procedures and respond to patient questions. Perform diagnostic procedures for patients as ordered by physicians.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care/technical duties and procedures in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Greets each patient in a pleasant manner.
• Reviews requests and evaluates order for appropriate exam and diagnosis.
• Always checks for two identifiers: Name and Date of Birth.
• Explains the procedure in terms that the patient understands.
• Contacts the appropriate individuals for proper scheduling/orders: doctors offices and/or nurses.
• Prepares and positions patients for examinations.
• Determines and uses proper technique to position patient for view/examination.
• Takes correct views for examination.
• Demonstrates the ability to operate CR, Fluoro and DR rooms safely and efficiently.
• Knows how to operate CR readers and printers.
• Performs proper start up and shut down of equipment.
• Knows how to transfer images to PACS, scan documents and route.
• Knows how to change priority to STAT or URGENT when deemed necessary.
• Assists the Radiologist and/or Fluoro Tech during fluoroscopic and special procedure examinations.
• Moves portable radiographic equipment for various procedures within the following departments: Emergency Dept., Operating Room, PACU and Nursing departments.
• While in operating room and for various procedures within the Radiology department, uses proper sterile technique during examination.
• Prepares IV and Oral contrast media for use, and administers contrast media as needed.
• Verbalizes the specific steps taken for contrast reaction and documentation.
• Documents patient symptoms, history, imaging limitations, date, time of study, and technologist initials in PACS.
• Performs other related technical patient care duties as assigned.
• Maintains room assignments.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly.
• Demonstrates appropriate radiation safety practices and promotes radiation safety of the patient and staff, applying practices consistent with As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) standards.
• Escorts patients throughout department and/or hospital.
• Provides great customer service to patients, staff and/or anyone else they come in contact with.
• Performs clerical duties in an efficient, timely, and accurate fashion.
• Monitors the workflow process utilizing PACS, Image release, and CD burner.
• Assists in office functions as needed.
• Performs office tasks during off shifts.
• Complies with and performs quality assurance duties as assigned.
• Explains policies, procedures and clerical functions to radiology students as directed.
• Performs related and miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Education: Completion of a specialized training program in Radiological Technology by approved the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Experience: One year of experience preferred performing radiological procedures in a hospital, clinic or physicians office.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of radiologic equipment and procedures and safety hazards common to radiology including equipment, body mechanics and patient movement.
• Ability to speak clearly and communicate effectively and to read, understand and follow written and verbal instructions and procedures.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot equipment problems and perform simple adjustments.
• License/Certification/Registration: Registered with the ARRT in Radiology.
• License/Certification/Registration: Meets the American Heart Associations standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation & stipends
• Weekly Pay
• Day 1 Health Benefits - Medical, Vision, Dental plan
• 401k plan with Vanguard
• Guaranteed Stipends on Hospital canceled shifts
• Double OT on 48-hour work weeks
• Paid orientation for onboarding requirements
• Paid medical requirements by Bluebird
• Nurse Referral Bonus Program
• Extension bonuses
• No off-shore recruiters
• Dedicated recruiter available 24/7 to assist with all of your travel contract needs
• Exclusive contract opportunities
• Government contract opportunities

Pay

Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week