Imaging, Multi – Modality Opportunities - Full Time

ThedaCare; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole-person wellness program

Low copays and premium sharing

Job summary

ThedaCare is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic studies across X-ray, MRI, CT, or Mammography while maintaining radiologic safety and ALARA standards at our Oshkosh Expansion Hospital and Fond du Lac locations in Wisconsin.

Responsibilities include patient care, image acquisition, equipment safety, contrast administration, documentation, and support for Emergency Department and Inpatient units.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program.
• Wisconsin license required.
• ARRT certification.
• BLS required.
• One-year experience in two or more imaging modalities with MRI/CT/mammography advanced certification within 18 months.
• High school diploma required for specific Oshkosh/Fond du Lac locations.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional, empathetic patient care and supports patients, families and colleagues.
• Greets patients, assists with dressing, transports, and comfort needs.
• Demonstrates operating knowledge of radiology equipment and safety practices.
• Performs radiology procedures with appropriate technical parameters to accurately demonstrate anatomy and pathology.
• Assists with intravenous access and contrast administration per protocol.
• Completes documentation and ensures accurate image management in EMR.
• Performs additional duties including lab sample collection, EKGs, vital signs, and patient mobility support.

Education

Graduate of an accredited radiography program

Wisconsin License

ARRT

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

One-year experience in 2+ imaging modalities & advanced MRI/CT/mammography within 18 months

High School diploma (for Oshkosh/Fond du Lac sites)

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

Job Summary

Summary : Routinely works in and performs diagnostic studies according to specific guidelines and prescribed protocols while utilizing appropriate radiation protection measures for 2 or more of the following modalities: X-ray, MRI, CT, or Mammography.

Job Description

• 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.

• 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
• For the Oshkosh Expansion Hospital and ThedaCare Medical Center Fond Du Lac: High School diploma is required

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. Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties. Work Environment 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.

Location & Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Scheduled FTE: 0

Location: Oshkosh Expansion Hospital - Oshkosh,Wisconsin

Overtime Exempt: No

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.