CT and Radiology Tech - Days Every Other Weekend

ThedaCare • Fond du Lac, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ThedaCare is seeking experienced imaging professionals to provide high-quality patient care and collaborate with a healthcare team. Under the direction of a radiologist and/or other providers, the technologist prepares patients, performs imaging procedures, and operates imaging equipment. The role involves performing diagnostic studies according to prescribed protocols and guidelines while using appropriate radiation protection measures.

The position is based at ThedaCare Medical Center – Fond du Lac Expansion. The facility provides emergency care, inpatient beds, and imaging services including CT, x-ray, and ultrasound. The role also includes community-hospital duties such as collecting laboratory samples, performing lab testing and quality controls, and assisting in the Emergency Department and Inpatient Unit during downtime.

The schedule is days, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., every other Saturday and Sunday. The position is scheduled for 12 hours per week (0.3 FTE) and offers weekend premium pay.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program.
• Wisconsin license.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• One year of experience in two or more imaging modalities.
• Advanced certification in MRI, CT, or mammography within 18 months.
• Ability to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling, and to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, empathetic, and compassionate care to team members, patients, families, and significant others.
• Greet patients and families; assist patients with dressing and undressing, transport or ambulate patients, and address comfort needs.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of imaging equipment and safety practices in areas of responsibility.
• Perform radiology procedures according to manufacturer guidance, medical and department standards, and protocols; set appropriate technical parameters to demonstrate anatomy and pathology accurately.
• Perform intravenous access and administer contrast according to established protocols; understand contrast types and uses, recognize and respond to reactions, side effects, and extravasations, and document appropriately.
• Stock supplies, check for outdated supplies, perform safety audits or tracking, and clean rooms and equipment to meet requirements, regulations, and policies.
• Provide practical instruction to patients, families, and other health care professionals.
• Use critical thinking and ensure order accuracy when triaging and prioritizing patients.
• Follow safety practices, including ALARA radiation-safety principles, use of mobilization and immobilization devices, safe patient handling, infection prevention, personal protective equipment, and hand hygiene.
• Complete documentation accurately and on time according to department policy, including image management and electronic medical record documentation.
• Collect laboratory samples and perform laboratory testing in accordance with CLIA regulations and established policies and procedures.
• Perform laboratory quality controls and assessments, and routine maintenance and function checks according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Use downtime productively to support the Emergency Department and Inpatient Unit, including performing EKGs, obtaining vital signs, venous access and blood collection, measuring and fitting ambulation aids, splinting, bladder scanning, and applying restraints.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekend premium pay
• Health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support
• Minimal or zero copays and team member cost-sharing premiums
• Daycare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree