Travel Radiology Technologist - $2,400 per week

Specialty: Radiology Technologist | Discipline: Allied Health Professional | Start Date: ASAP | Duration: 13 weeks

About the role

The Acute Care Radiology Technologist provides health care services, including X-Rays, to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs X-Ray procedures and related techniques, producing images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner.

Schedule

• 36 hours per week
• 12-hour night shifts
• Employment Type: Travel
• Traveler must live at least 90 miles away from the facility
• Facility reserves the right to cancel three (3) shifts per 13-week contract in the event of low census or other unforeseen circumstances

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic exams as requested by healthcare providers
• Performs fluoroscopic diagnostic and therapeutic procedures alongside radiology providers
• Performs US-guided paracentesis, thoracentesis, and arthrocentesis alongside radiology providers
• Provides patient education for prep and post-care of radiology procedures
• Assists radiology nursing with fluoroscopically guided PICC placements
• Performs C-arm fluoroscopy exams in the OR as requested by surgeons
• Completes documentation required for proper interpretation, reporting, archiving, and retrieval of exams
• Performs ancillary duties required to maintain proper distribution, billing, and archival of exams and procedures
• Retrieves written orders and related health information
• Participates in the implementation, monitoring, and improvement of hospital quality indicators
• Educates radiography students, new hires, and radiology techs on relevant diagnostic and operative guidance exams
• Meets education requirements per DNV programs

Requirements

• Graduate of Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited Radiology program or equivalent
• Montana Licensure (Radiology Technologist)
• American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT), R.T.(R) certification
• American Heart Association BLS
• One (1) year of previous radiology experience, may include clinical internship experience
• Demonstrate competency in advanced imaging techniques including fluoroscopic/C-Arm in the OR, Trauma, and portable radiography within 6 months, including services to NICU, CCU, and ED

Skills

• Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality
• Performs essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environment
• Learns current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlines
• Works varied shifts as scheduled and/or needed

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, pushing, and pulling: Support 50 pounds of weight (patient, assist with bedside needs, etc.)
• Lift 50 pounds (pick up a child, transfer a patient, etc.)
• Carry equipment/supplies
• Use upper body strength (CPR, physically restrain patient, etc.)
• Extended hours: Sitting, walking, or standing for eight or more hours daily
• Flexible schedule: May require working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts
• On-call availability: May be required to respond to organizational and patient needs promptly
• Effective communication: Proficient in both in-person and technology-based communication
• Handling challenging situations: Ability to de-escalate and work effectively with upset individuals
• Repetitive tasks: Ability to perform repetitive tasks as needed

Exposures

• Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues
• Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed
• Various chemicals and medications used in healthcare settings
• Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses
• Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits