Travel Radiology Technologist - Radiology

American-Traveler; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring a part-time Radiology Technologist for night shift coverage in Kentucky. ARRT(R) certification and a Kentucky Radiation License are required, with minimal prior experience expected.

The role involves performing radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, ensuring ALARA principles, and coordinating with clinical staff. Travel-rate options apply for non-local candidates, while locals receive a lower rate.

Qualifications

• Must have outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong eye-hand coordination and attention to detail
• Ability to operate radiology equipment and related clinical hardware
• Maintain continuing education hours as required by licensing agency

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures with computer processing
• Provide 2x12-hour night shift coverage per weekend
• Verify orders and patient identity prior to exams
• Document patient care and contrast reactions in the EHR
• Maintain radiation safety and ALARA principles during all exams
• Assist radiologists and other providers with exams and procedures
• Generate quality images and manage PACS archiving
• Support training of new staff and imaging students

Skills

Communication skills

Eye-hand coordination

Attention to detail

Equipment operation

Education

Associate degree from JRCERT-accredited Radiology Program

Tools

PACS

Fluoroscopy equipment

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a part-time Radiology Technologist for night shift coverage, requiring ARRT(R) certification and a Kentucky Radiation License.

Requirements

• Less than one year of experience required
• Associate's degree from a JRCERT-accredited Radiology Program
• Current BLS certification
• Current ARRT Registry in Radiography RT(R)
• Current Commonwealth of Kentucky Radiation License with the Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy
• License required if applicable
• Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong eye-hand coordination and attention to detail
• Ability to operate all equipment related to the role
• Must maintain continuing education hours required by licensing agency

Responsibilities

• Radiology Diagnostic department providing advanced imaging services
• Part-time schedule with 2x12-hour night shifts, 7:30p-8a Saturday/Sunday
• Call, weekend, and holiday coverage required
• Performs radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures with computer processing and related techniques
• Verifies orders, patient identity, and history prior to exams
• Performs and documents peripheral venipuncture when necessary for exams
• Documents patient care incidents, medications, and contrast reactions in the EHR
• Performs and documents time-out procedures for invasive procedures
• Coordinates with transport and nursing units for patient exams
• Continuously monitors patients throughout exams
• Applies radiation protection and ALARA principles for all exams
• Assists radiologists and authorized providers with exams and procedures
• Produces quality images for radiologist review and manages PACS archiving
• Performs equipment warm-up and quality control checks, including room checks and contrast reaction monitoring
• Assists with training new employees and supervising imaging students during clinical rotation
• Wears assigned personal dosimetry
• Maintains cohesive teamwork and professional conduct within the department
• Candidates must reside within 75 miles of the facility to qualify for the travel rate, though local candidates are accepted at a lower rate

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs