Radiologic Technologist - Hospital - Full Time

St Croix Health•St. Croix Falls, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Croix Health is seeking a full-time (0.8 or 1.0 FTE) Radiologic Technologist to join our team. This position will work primarily days and will be part of weekend and holiday rotations. The role is responsible for providing quality diagnostic imaging and patient care services, accurately documenting all pertinent information in forms and the EMR, and ensuring the efficient and effective operation of daily activities within Radiology. The technologist will assist lead technologists with the execution of the daily operation of the Diagnostic Imaging department.

Requirements

Registered by American Registry of Radiological Technologists (R.T. (R) ARRT)
Current WI Radiographer license
Current BLS Certification (through American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS course)
Cross-train into Computed Tomography (CT); CT registry is not required
Thorough knowledge of radiographic procedures required
Able to contribute to small group projects
Work under general directions with little supervision
Ability to understand oral and written instructions stated in medical and radiologic terms
Use time efficiently maintaining department cleanliness and order
Mechanical abilities are helpful

Nice To Haves

Mammography and CT experience helpful, but not necessary

Responsibilities

Perform imaging procedures at a technical level requiring minimal supervision.
Assist radiologist as necessary.
Work with lead technologists to proactively identify and solve problems.
Ensure imaging quality, patient care, and workflow for assigned area.
Uphold the highest standard of image quality and patient safety.
Seeking to expand knowledge by attending/completing educational opportunities.
Employ several computer systems to maintain patient records and orders.
Maintain proficiency in RIS and EMR.
Serve as super-user for specific equipment as directed by department leadership.
Identify and report equipment problems.
Generate work orders for equipment repairs and keep current on work order status as necessary.
Maintain working relationship with appropriate service engineer and/or physicist.
Assists the lead to keep studies current.
Work with lead to ensure exam protocols align with radiologist requirements and current practice standards.
Keep lead technologists and Imaging leadership informed about orders and processes to maximize efficiency.
Assist with day-to-day operations.
Remain informed and flexible with regards to work schedule.
Complete QA/QC as directed for modality accreditation process (if applicable).
Make recommendations on areas of improvement.
Regularly attend department meetings and read department email.
Identify budgetary needs for area of responsibility.
Maintain department.
Assist with scheduling patients as directed.
Perform other duties as necessary or required by assignment.
Accept responsibility for students or prospective students placed in imaging department.
Take time to share experience and knowledge with future healthcare professionals.
Serve as a model professional.