Radiology Technologist-Full Time-Nights-Weekends

St Croix Health•St. Croix Falls, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Croix Health is looking for a full-time (.9 FTE) Radiology Technologist to join our team! This position is scheduled every Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, with shifts from 7:00 pm – 7:00 am. The Radiologic Technologist III provides and oversees quality diagnostic imaging and patient care services. Responsible for efficient and effective operation of the daily activities of CT, MRI, Mammography, US, Nuclear Medicine and/or Radiology as directed. Assists lead technologists with execution of the daily operation of the Diagnostic Imaging department.

Requirements

Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R.T. ARRT)
Post-primary certification required (preferably in area of responsibility)
Current WI Radiographer license
BLS 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

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications a plus
Mammography, CT or MRI helpful but not required
Mammography, CT or MRI helpful, but not necessary
Mechanical abilities are helpful

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 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 directors 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