Radiology Technologist-Nights

Grant Regional Health Center; Lancaster (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Grant Regional Health Center is seeking a Radiology Technologist in Lancaster, WI to support general radiology, bone density, ultrasound, mammography, CT, MRI, and fluoroscopy. This part-time 0.8 FTE role includes weekend coverage: Friday 10:30 p.m.–6:30 a.m., Saturday 6:30 p.m.–6:30 a.m., Sunday 6:30 p.m.–6:30 a.m., with holiday rotation.

The successful candidate will perform radiographic exams, maintain radiation safety, assist physicians, and ensure patient care standards in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• ARRT registration or eligibility required for the role.
• Licensed Radiographer by the State of Wisconsin.
• Knowledge of general radiography and fluoroscopy essential.
• Multimodality experience desired, but cross-training in CT is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Operate radiographic equipment to produce quality radiographs for diagnostic purposes as directed by Radiologist.
• Apply radiation protection techniques and shielding to minimize exposure.
• May operate mobile radiographic equipment in OR, ER, or at patient's bedside.
• Maintain a positive and professional atmosphere for patients.
• Position patients, provide immobilization as needed, and ensure safety standards.
• Select equipment and adjust technical factors per patient.
• Assist physicians during examinations and provide first aid if necessary.
• Adhere to sterile techniques and maintain cleanliness and inventory.
• Report equipment issues and maintain records.
• Obtain patient history, document properly, and handle consents.
• Purge and digitize film per guidelines and complete image release processes.
• Assist in scheduling exams and procedures; may act as supervisor in absence.

Skills

ARRT registered or registry eligible

Licensed Radiographer by State of WI

General radiography knowledge

Fluoroscopy knowledge

Job description

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Grant Regional Health Center, Lancaster, WI, US

DEPARTMENT: Radiology

POSITION STATUS/HOURS: Part-time .8 FTE (32 hours per week) weekend package! Shifts will include every Friday 10:30 p.m.-6:30 a.m., Saturday 6:30 p.m.-6:30 a.m., and Sunday 6:30 p.m.-6:30 a.m. Schedule includes a holiday rotation.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Radiology Technologist is responsible for the understanding of the following services that are offered at Grant Regional: general radiology, bone density, ultrasound, mammography, nuclear medicine, CT, MRI, and fluoroscopy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate radiographic equipment to produce quality radiographs of body for diagnostic purpose, as directed by Radiologist.
• Practices radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• May operate mobile radiographic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
• Maintain a positive and professional atmosphere for patients.
• Transfer and properly position patients for examinations and provide immobilization as required and protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Select and operate equipment, selecting proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.
• Use film markers correctly and consistently.
• Assist physicians in performance of examinations. Assist in performing first aid as necessary.
• Practice sterile techniques and prevents cross-contamination. Maintain orderliness and cleanliness.
• Secure and return supplies and maintains room stock.
• Report equipment failure to supervisor using proper forms and maintaining appropriate records.
• Perform and obtain complete patient history, proper documentation, and consents.
• Purge and digitize film following required guidelines.
• Complete image release processes appropriately.
• Assist in scheduling exams and procedures.
• Responsible for delegated areas of authority in the performance of routine or special procedures. In the absence of the supervisor or senior technologist, may be designated as acting supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

ARRT registered or registry eligible. Licensed Radiographer by State of Wisconsin. Knowledge of general radiography and fluoroscopy required. Multimodality experience desired, but not necessary. Must be willing to cross train in a minimum of Computed Tomography.