Radiology Multi-Modality Tech - Registry/PRN

Milwaukee Succeeds; Lake Geneva (WI); On-site; USD 49,386 - 74,073; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement benefits

Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Milwaukee Succeeds is looking for a Radiology Multi-Modality Tech - Registry/PRN to join their team at Walworth Hospital. The role requires an ARRT registered radiographer with competency in CT, working nights with a schedule of 7p-7a every other weekend. The pay range is $35.85 to $53.77, along with comprehensive benefits. The ideal candidate will have experience in a hospital setting and be skilled at fostering teamwork and patient safety. Join us to enhance lives through quality healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program.
• Two to four years of experience as a technologist as a Radiographer is required.
• ARRT registered in Radiography required; CT credential within two years.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active status in modalities practiced.
• Assists department coordinator with projects and advanced duties.
• Prepares patients for procedures and ensures comfort.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Aseptic technique

Patient education

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Problem-solving under pressure

Education

Graduate of an accredited radiography program

2-4 years experience as a Radiographer

Tools

CT imaging equipment

Radiography imaging equipment

Job description

Radiology Multi-Modality Tech - Registry/PRN

Radiology Multi-Modality Technologist 1 will be competent and credentialed initially in Radiography with the credential in CT obtained within one year of hire. The incumbent will be able and willing to flex between them as needed.

Schedule

Nights

Shift

7p-7a Every other weekend

Location

Walworth Hospital and Medical Center

Pay Range

$35.85-53.77

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains active status in the modalities in which they practice.
• Assists the department coordinator by providing clinical leadership, completes projects, advanced level clinical duties and regular assignments as requested.
• Is competent in all exams performed within the assigned modalities.
• Corroborates patient clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by the radiologist.
• Prepares the patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• Selects and operates imaging equipment, image capture devices, and accessories to successfully perform procedures.
• Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort; immobilizes patient as necessary.
• Practices aseptic technique as necessary.
• Prepares and administers contrast media as appropriate to procedures performed; starts and maintains intravenous access.
• Initiates basic life support action when necessary.
• Provides patient education.
• Provides input for supply and equipment decisions, maintains control of inventory and supplies for assigned area.
• Provides practical instruction for students and partners.
• Observes universal protocol, standard precautions and appropriate patient identifiers.
• Applies principles of patient safety during all aspects of procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.
• Other duties, tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program.
• Two to four years of experience as a technologist as a Radiographer is required. Experience in a hospital environment preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

• ARRT registered in Radiography required; the CT credential is required within two years of hire.
• IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required if working in Illinois.
• WI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in Wisconsin.
• BLS/CPR required within 90 days of hire.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience in working with radiologic technologists, radiologists and support staff in a multimodality department.
• Proficiency in mentoring employees and providing corrective action appropriately.
• Experience in obtaining departmental accreditation.
• Ability to communicate in a friendly and effective manner.
• Demonstrated ability to foster excellent teamwork in a radiology department.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to work independently.
• Read/comprehend written and verbal instructions.
• Basic PC skills.
• Manage stress appropriately.
• Make decisions under pressure and handle multiple priorities.
• Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Works independently, with limited direct supervision.

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. Click here for more details.

At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.