CT and Radiology Tech - Days Every Other Weekend

ThedaCare; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend premium pay

Job summary

ThedaCare is seeking an experienced Radiologic Technologist to join our Fond du Lac team. You will prepare patients, perform imaging studies, and operate CT/MRI equipment under radiologist supervision to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.

Responsibilities include maintaining radiation safety, documenting in the EMR, and assisting with patient care and comfort. The role requires Wisconsin licensure, ARRT, BLS, and ongoing certification in MRI/CT/mammography within 18 months.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program.
• Wisconsin License.
• American Registry Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
• One-year experience in 2+ imaging modalities AND advanced certification in MRI, CT, or mammography within 18 months.
• Physical Demands: lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Category 1: exposure to bloodborne pathogens during job duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and perform imaging procedures under radiologist guidance.
• Operate imaging equipment and adjust technical parameters for accurate anatomy and pathology visualization.
• Maintain ALARA principles and radiation safety for self and patients.
• Complete timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Provide instruction and support to patients and families as needed.
• Stock supplies and participate in department safety audits.

Skills

ARRT certification

Wisconsin license

BLS

MRI/CT/mammography within 18 months

Intravenous contrast administration

ALARA radiation safety

Education

Graduate of an accredited radiography program

Job description

Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired! Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness - Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare! Summary :

We are seeking experienced Imaging Professionals to join our growing team! In this role, you’ll play a vital part in delivering high-quality patient care, utilizing your clinical expertise, and collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team.

Job Description

SCHEDULE: Days, 7am to 7pm Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) Weekend premium pay

About The Facility

The Fond du Lac campus will have emergency care, 10 inpatient beds, and 24/7 coverage with board-certified emergency medicine physicians. For patients requiring additional care, observation and tests, Computed Tomography (CT) scans, x-ray, and ultrasound services will be provided. Click here to learn more about ThedaCare's vision for 2025. At the direction of a radiologist and/or other providers, prepares patients, performs imaging procedures and operates imaging equipment. Performs diagnostic studies according to specific guidelines and prescribed protocols while utilizing appropriate radiation protection measures.

Key Accountabilities

• Provides professional, empathetic, and compassionate care to team members, patients, families, and significant others.
• Greets patients and their families, assists patients with dressing/undressing, transports or ambulates patients, and assists patients with comfort needs.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of equipment and safety practices in the areas of responsibility Exhibits competency and skills needed to perform radiology procedures according to manufacturer, medical/department standards and protocols, and sets appropriate technical parameters to accurately demonstrate anatomy and pathology.
• Demonstrates competency in intravenous access and administration of contrast in accordance with established protocols.
• Is knowledgeable regarding types and uses of contrast, as well as recognizing and responding to contrast reactions, side effects and extravasations including proper documentation.
• Completes department tasks such as stocking supplies, checking outdated supplies, performing safety audits or tracking, and cleaning rooms and equipment to remain compliant with requirements, regulations, and policies.
• Provides practical instruction for patients, families, and other health care professionals.
• Applies critical thinking skills and ensures order accuracy when triaging and prioritizing patients.
• Practices safety at all times, which includes adhering to ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles for proper radiation safety for self and patients, using mobilization and immobilization devices, following safe patient handling practices, following infection prevention practices (proper personal protective equipment), and following hand hygiene to comply with all government agencies or other regulatory bodies.
• Completes documentation on time and accurately in accordance with department policy/procedure including proper image management and accurate documentation in electronic medical record.

Additional Duties

Additional duties as assigned for Community Hospitals are as follows: Collect laboratory samples and perform lab testing in accordance with CLIA regulations and established policies and procedures, demonstrate ability to perform laboratory Quality Controls and Assessments, and routine daily, weekly, monthly and periodic maintenance and function according to Laboratory Policy and Procedure. Staff will support a best-in-class patient experience by utilizing downtime as productively as possible, to include aiding in the Emergency Department and Inpatient Unit.

Tasks Include the following:

• EKGs
• Obtaining vital signs
• Venous access w/ blood collection
• Measuring and fitting of ambulation aids
• Splinting
• Bladder scanning
• Restraint application

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program.
• Wisconsin License
• American Registry Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
• One-year experience in 2 or more imaging modalities AND advanced certification in MRI, CT, or mammography within 18 months
• Physical Demands Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
• Category 1: Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

Work Environment

Clinical, Patient Facing: Normally works in climate-controlled office environment Frequent sitting with movement throughout office space Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. Occasional high noise level in work environment. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents. Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients. Use of computers throughout work day

Schedule

SCHEDULE: Days, 7am to 7pm Every other weekend Weekend premium pay

Weekly Hours and FTE

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 12 Scheduled FTE: 0.3

Location

Location: ThedaCare Medical Center - Fond du Lac Expansion - Fond du Lac,Wisconsin

Overtime

Overtime Exempt: No Worker Shift Details: Days

About ThedaCare

ThedaCare is a community health system consisting of seven hospitals, numerous clinics and related services.We are the third largest health care employer in Wisconsin and the largest employer in the state's second largest economic market - Northeast Wisconsin - with approximately 6,800 employees. Through our 100-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today’s health care challenges. We’ve improved the health of thousands of individuals. We know this because we track our quality and constantly seek to improve our care and services for the members of our communities. This job posting is available in other languages besides English free of charge. ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.