X-ray Technologist/Lab Technician- Jefferson Clinic

Fort HealthCare•Fort Atkinson, WI

About The Position

Fort HealthCare is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented X-ray Technologist/Lab Technician for its Jefferson Clinic. The role performs general radiography and fluoroscopy imaging to assist radiologists and physicians with diagnosis and image-guided procedures while minimizing patients’ radiation exposure. It also collects blood and other specimens and performs laboratory duties under the direction of a physician or mid-level provider. The position includes patient communication and preparation, positioning and imaging, contrast administration, support for sterile procedures, accurate documentation, equipment care, specimen collection and processing, waived testing, and other clinic lab duties. The schedule is full-time, day shift.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in general radiography.
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification.
Wisconsin Radiographer License.
Current BLS Certification.
Successful completion of laboratory competency requirements and annual point-of-care testing competencies.
Strong communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities while delivering excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

Perform basic to advanced x-ray and fluoroscopic procedures.
Operate C-arm, fluoroscopy, and x-ray equipment to produce quality images and assist physicians with image-guided procedures.
Help set up sterile supplies, equipment, and medications or solutions for procedures while maintaining a sterile field.
Explain procedures to patients, obtain clinical history, confirm understanding, and address questions or concerns.
Position patients and select x-ray techniques according to protocol.
Administer contrast media according to protocol and respond appropriately to contrast reactions.
Image patients safely to minimize unnecessary radiation exposure.
Communicate and consult effectively with collaborating providers.
Use PACS to collaborate with radiologists and ensure imaging studies are complete and appropriately assigned.
Use PACS and EMR software to maintain accurate, thorough patient documentation; identify and correct documentation errors.
Clean imaging equipment and help maintain imaging system functionality, submitting repair requests as necessary.
Collect specimens from patients of all ages using various collection devices and perform venipuncture.
Perform waived testing procedures and culture setup, and assist with specimen processing.
Monitor orders and collection lists to ensure timely specimen collection.
Organize, restock, and clean the outpatient drawing area, carts, trays, and handheld equipment.
Order clinic laboratory and medical supplies as requested or needed.
Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment according to recommendations.
Perform EKGs as needed.