Travel Radiology Technologist - $2,748 per week

TotalMed; South Lake Tahoe (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed Hours

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Radiology Technologist for a travel assignment in South Lake Tahoe, CA. This role requires 1 year of Rad Tech experience, BLS, ARRT (R) certification, and state licensing as needed.

The position offers 40 hours per week with 10-hour evenings shifts for a 13-week duration. The Rad Tech will operate diagnostic imaging equipment, prepare patients for testing, and ensure accurate images for physician interpretation.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of Rad Tech experience.
• Mandatory BLS and ARRT (R) certification.
• State licensing required where applicable; verify licensure per assignment.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients and review imaging requests; explain procedures and provide reassurance.
• Follow physician orders on imaging area to be scanned.
• Position patients and adjust equipment for correct imaging angles.
• Minimize radiation exposure with proper protection.
• Calibrate imaging equipment as needed.
• Prepare radiology results for physician review.
• Maintain accurate patient records and use McKesson PACS system.

Skills

Rad Tech experience

Education

BLS

ARRT (R) certification

State licensing (as required)

Tools

McKesson PACS

Job description

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Radiology Technologist for a travel job in South Lake Tahoe, California.

Job Description & Requirements

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Radiology Technologist for a travel job in South Lake Tahoe, California.

• Specialty: Radiology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Travel

We are looking for a Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) for an immediate travel opening in South Lake Tahoe, CA. 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

Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (R) National Certification, and state-specific 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*: BLS, ARRT (R), 2 Years

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1536990. Pay package is based on 10 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