Description

American Traveler is hiring a Radiology Technologist for an Ortho/Sports Med Radiology unit, requiring ARRT certification, an IEMA Radiography License, and Epic EMR experience.

Details

• Ortho/Sports Med Radiology unit within an acute care hospital setting
• Day shift schedule, either 8:00 AM–4:30 PM or 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
• Five 8-hour shifts per week, 40 hours per week
• No weekend or holiday shifts required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Radiology or Science, or completion of a certificate program in Radiology Technology
• ARRT (R) certification required
• IEMA Radiography License required (license required if applicable)
• Current BLS (AHA) certification required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Minimum 1 year of relevant radiology experience
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Performs diagnostic general radiographic procedures using various imaging equipment to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injury
• Acquires and processes patient exams in accordance with accrediting body and manufacturer guidelines and department protocols
• Reviews patient labs, history, and orders for completeness, accuracy, and medical necessity; obtains additional information from patients, ordering providers, or radiologists as needed
• Administers IV contrast via existing IV line or venipuncture, as well as oral/rectal contrast when appropriate; screens for pregnancy and administers pregnancy testing if applicable
• Recognizes and responds to adverse or allergic reactions to contrast materials
• Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides necessary clinical history for radiologist interpretation; utilizes web servers and email systems for after-hours preliminary readings
• Maintains imaging equipment, supply inventories, and orderliness of the work area; reports malfunctions and service needs promptly
• May assist with instruction of students and new staff, and may perform duties of Rad Tech Lead or Imaging Coordinator in their absence
• May be required to perform duties in other modalities within the department for which licensure is held
• Candidate interviews are conducted by facility leadership
• RTO not to exceed 7 days per 13-week contract
• Contingent workers may not remain on continuous assignment at this health system for more than 1 year; a 6-month break in service is required before returning to any location within the health system