Radiology Technologist

FroedtertSouth•Pleasant Prairie, WI

1d•$0 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine and minor special radiographic procedures in accordance with departmental/hospital policies and procedures. Operates auxiliary equipment including, but not limited to: cameras, recorders and processors. Administers contrast materials as dictated by exam protocols. Assists with the coverage of the department and ancillary areas 24 hours a day, seven (7) days per week. Holiday and weekend rotation as assigned, with no call requirements. Operates all radiographic and ancillary equipment associated with the performance or routine and minor special radiographic procedures, including bedside and surgical examination; responsible for radiation safety; has the ability to recognize and report equipment malfunctions. Utilizes proper radiographic and positioning techniques in order to maximize radiographic quality and to minimize repeat images. Must be able to move patients on stretchers, in wheelchairs and on radiographic tables. Must appropriately label radiographs, record pertinent clinical information and identify trauma sites. Assists radiologist and other physicians with fluoroscopic and other “special” procedures; exam room is set up according to department/ physician protocols. Sterile technique is required. Must assist with departmental coverage at one or more satellite facilities; weekends, holidays and on-call coverage is required. Accessing, entering and retrieving information form MIS is required. Receives and records verbal orders from licensed independent practitioners for orders that are specific to the services provided by their department. Administers medications in a timely manner, safely and in accordance with policy and procedure.

Requirements

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology or graduate of an accredited certification program in Radiologic Technology.
Licensure to be eligible to practice as a Licensed Radiographer in the State of Wisconsin.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T) registered.
Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
Comprehensive knowledge of stationery and mobile radiographic and ancillary equipment.
Thorough knowledge of routine and minor special procedures.
Ability to read, write, hear, speak and comprehend the English language fluently.

Nice To Haves

Holiday and weekend rotation as assigned, with no call requirements.
Weekend, holiday and on-call coverage is required.

Responsibilities

Performs routine and minor special radiographic procedures.
Operates auxiliary equipment including cameras, recorders and processors.
Administers contrast materials as dictated by exam protocols.
Assists with departmental coverage 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Operates all radiographic and ancillary equipment.
Responsible for radiation safety.
Recognizes and reports equipment malfunctions.
Utilizes proper radiographic and positioning techniques to maximize quality and minimize repeat images.
Moves patients on stretchers, in wheelchairs and on radiographic tables.
Labels radiographs, records pertinent clinical information and identifies trauma sites.
Assists radiologist and other physicians with fluoroscopic and other “special” procedures.
Sets up exam rooms according to department/physician protocols.
Maintains sterile technique.
Assists with departmental coverage at satellite facilities.
Accesses, enters and retrieves information from MIS.
Receives and records verbal orders from licensed independent practitioners.
Administers medications in a timely and safe manner.