Travel Radiology Technologist - $2,039 per week

TotalMed; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Sick pay

Medical benefits

401k retirement plan

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Radiology Technologist for a 13-week travel assignment in Leawood, Kansas. The Rad Tech will perform diagnostic imaging, ensure image quality, and assist physicians with interpretation while caring for patients through the imaging process.

Required: 1 year of experience, ARRT (R), BLS, and state licensing as applicable. The role demands familiarity with PACS, anatomy knowledge, and strong patient interaction skills.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of radiology experience.
• Must have BLS and ARRT (R) certification.
• State licensing as required for the assignment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Solid knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Explain imaging procedures to patients and obtain informed cooperation.
• Position patients and adjust imaging equipment to proper angles.
• Follow physician orders for imaging areas.
• Minimize radiation exposure using safety protocols.
• Calibrate imaging equipment and prepare results for physicians.
• Maintain accurate patient imaging records.
• Operate McKesson PACS system.

Skills

1 year experience

BLS

ARRT(R)

PACS knowledge

Anatomy knowledge

Tools

McKesson PACS

Job description

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Radiology Technologist for a travel job in Leawood, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Radiology Technologist for a travel job in Leawood, Kansas.

• Specialty: Radiology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

We are looking for a Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Leawood, KS. The right Rad Tech must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.

As a Rad Tech, you will be responsible for the use of diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring that images are accurate and passed on to physicians for medical interpretation. Rad Techs are also responsible for preparing and caring for patients undergoing radiologic testing.

Tasks

As a Rad Tech, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

• Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain imaging procedures to patients providing reassurance and support as required
• Follow orders from Physicians regarding which area of the patient's body needs imaging
• Correctly position the patient and adjust the imaging equipment to appropriate position
• Prevent unnecessary radiation exposure both to yourself and to patient by taking appropriate protection precautions
• Calibrate imaging equipment
• Prepare results for Physician to review
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Understand and use the McKesson PACS system

Requirements

Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (R) National Certification, and state-specified licensing when required.

Rad Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. Rad Techs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Requirements*: ARRT (R), BLS, 2 Years

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1507116. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Radiology Technologists - Rad Tech RAD - Travel

About TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1