Multi-Modality Technologist (Float)

ThedaCare•Oshkosh, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The float pool multi-modality technologist performs diagnostic studies according to established guidelines and protocols while using appropriate radiation protection measures in two or more modalities: X-ray, MRI, CT, or mammography. The position floats between multiple campuses based on organizational needs to ensure adequate coverage and high-quality patient care across locations. The technologist provides compassionate, professional care to patients, families, and others; demonstrates competency in equipment, safety practices, and imaging procedures; and sets appropriate technical parameters to accurately demonstrate anatomy and pathology. The role includes intravenous access and contrast administration, recognizing and responding to contrast reactions and documenting care, completing department upkeep and safety tasks, instructing patients and colleagues, prioritizing patients, and maintaining accurate and timely documentation and image management. At community hospitals, additional duties may include collecting laboratory samples and performing testing, quality controls, assessments, and routine maintenance in accordance with CLIA regulations and laboratory policies. Staff may also use downtime to support the Emergency Department and Inpatient Unit with tasks such as EKGs, vital signs, venous access and blood collection, fitting ambulation aids, splinting, bladder scanning, and restraint application. This is a 24-hour-per-week, 0.6 FTE position on the day shift, located at Oshkosh Expansion Hospital in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

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.
Ability 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, transportation or ambulation, and comfort needs.
Demonstrate working knowledge of equipment and safety practices in assigned modalities.
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; recognize and respond to contrast reactions, side effects, and extravasations, and document appropriately.
Stock supplies, check for outdated supplies, perform safety audits or tracking, and clean rooms and equipment.
Provide practical instruction for patients, families, and other health care professionals.
Use critical thinking to confirm order accuracy and triage and prioritize patients.
Follow radiation safety principles, including ALARA; use mobilization and immobilization devices; follow safe patient handling and infection prevention practices, use appropriate PPE, and follow hand hygiene requirements.
Complete timely and accurate documentation according to department policy and procedure, including image management and electronic medical record documentation.
At community hospitals, collect laboratory samples and perform laboratory testing, quality controls, assessments, and routine maintenance in accordance with CLIA regulations and established 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.