Radiology Technologist

Ascension Healthcare; Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization that has been serving communities since 1848. This role in the Imaging department offers a chance to make a significant impact by providing high-quality radiologic images to aid in patient diagnosis. You will be responsible for preparing patients, operating imaging equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. With a focus on compassionate care, this position allows you to enhance your career while contributing to the well-being of the community. Enjoy a supportive environment that values your expertise and offers numerous benefits for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Community service opportunities

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• State Radiology Technologist licensure required in Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Take radiologic films to provide quality images for diagnosis.
• Prepare and position patients accurately for imaging.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Patient positioning

Radiation safety procedures

Contrast media administration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or Technical degree

4 years of applicable experience

Tools

PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System)

Radiologic equipment

Job description

Details

+ Department: Imaging

+ Schedule: PRN/Rotating Shift

+ Hospital: Elmbrook Memorial

+ Location: Brookfield, WI

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

Take radiologic films providing quality images to physicians to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems.

1. Prepare and position patients for imaging and selects exposure factors accurately.
2. Prepare and administer contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
3. Observe patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitor protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
4. Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevent patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
5. Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
6. Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
7. Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
8. Position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

1. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
2. One or more of the following required:
1. Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
2. Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
3. General Radiography is also required in addition to any specialty.
4. State Radiology Technologist licensure issued by Wisconsin Radiography Examining Board required.
5. Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Wisconsin has been providing rewarding careers to healthcare professionals since 1848. Operating 17 hospital campuses and over 100 related healthcare facilities from Racine to Appleton, you will find opportunities that allow you to create a career path you love, all while delivering compassionate, personalized care to the communities we serve.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.