Radiology Technologist - Overnights

Sign on Bonus $5,000. This is a 0.75 FTE Full-time overnight X-ray tech position working six 10-hour shifts per pay period. Rotation is as follows: 6 days on, 8 days off. All shifts are worked consecutively. Holiday rotation required. Shift: 3rd Shift (Overnights, 11:00pm start).

Responsibilities

Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as ordered by a physician; Accountable for the performance and documentation of all diagnostic procedures utilizing proper technical parameters to produce quality studies; Knowledgeable in the safe use, maneuverability and operation of all general radiography, portable and fluoro equipment (if applicable to home site); Proficient in the performance of general diagnostic procedures. If applicable to home site, is also proficient in general fluoroscopy procedures, including GI and Pain procedures; Adheres to infection prevention, isolation and sterile techniques as it applies in patient handling and delivery of care; Adheres to ALARA principles in performance of exams to reduce exposure to self, the patient and others; Utilizes proper patient identification to ensure the correct exam is performing on the correct patient at the correct time; Obtains and records pertinent patient history, explains the procedure to patient in a manner to ensure understanding, ensures patient comfort during performance of exam; Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality; Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality; Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel; Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems; Labels all radiographs appropriately following department’s established criteria and standards; Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism, teamwork and collaboration with co-workers, physicians and internal customers/departments; Consistently provides positive interactions and a customer first approach with patients and their families/caregivers and visitors; Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for increased competency and growth; Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures; Attends CPR classes to maintain re-certification; Maintains appropriate state license and national board certification; Maintenance of supplies needed to ensure adequate level needed for quality patient care; Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area; Maintains inventory of supplies in work area. Identifies supplies and equipment needs for procedure, restocks work area as necessary; Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology; IEMA Accreditation in Radiologic Technology; ARRT (RT) Certification or Certificate Eligible. For new graduates, ARRT must be obtained within 1 year of hire; Good communication skills; Understanding of RIS & PACS; Ability to work under stressful situations; Ability to handle patient information in a confidential manner; Ability to adapt to fluctuations in patient volumes to meet patient care and department needs; Ability to work weekends and holidays in order to accommodate patient care needs; Ability to work rotating shift any day of the week; Ability to take call and arrive on site within one hour; Required to maintain current CPR certification; Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance

Benefits

Sign on Bonus $5,000; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program