Radiology Technician- FT Float

JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Radiologic Technologist is trained in creating images of OIW SP patients bodies using medical equipment. These images help the providers diagnose and treat injuries. They promote safety and provide the highest level of patient care. They are an important part of the care team for the patients of OIW SP.

Empathy compassion approachability and good communication skills are all essential for radiologic technologists to help patients feel comfortable and relaxed during their procedure. They need to be creative problem solvers and may find themselves analyzing and interpreting the images theyve acquired. Critical thinking is a must for this role the ability to think on your feet is important to handle unanticipated situations. A good sense of teamwork and collaboration skills will help radiologic technologists work with providers.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs basic radiologic procedures such as positioning patients selecting correct exposure factors and provides appropriate radiation protection equipment when needed
• Assists and communicate with physicians to ensure appropriate imaging procedures are being completed
• Able to work efficiently in the fast-paced orthopedic environment while providing quality patient care
• Develops a clear understanding of what each individual provider prefers for their x-ray routines based on the patients reason of visit condition and body habitus
• Completes proper documentation and paperwork including body part being x-rayed and views being taken for visit notes and billing purposes
• Reviews and prepares images to look satisfactory to send through to the physician and team for viewing and diagnosis
• Performs various patient positioning in x-ray room which may require lifting pushing/pulling
• Demonstrates a professional un-biased caring positive attitude towards all patients physicians and staff
• Provides patients imaging records to them upon request by burning images onto a cd disc
• Keeps the x-ray exam room sanitized and stocked at all times
• Displays knowledge of radiologic standards requirements and regulations
• Maintains safety and cleanliness and abides by infection control policies and regulations
• Ensures support for radiologic equipment uses and maintenance
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Maintain patient team member and employer confidentiality. Complies with all HIPAA & OSHA standards
• Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of a Radiologic Technology Program approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
• Current Radiologic Technologist (R.T.R) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
• Current radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin
• May be a new graduate of an approved program and/or has several years of experience

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Possess a valid Wisconsin drivers license and appropriate liability insurance
• Access to personal transportation
• Continuous use of computer
• Long periods of sitting
• Frequent use of telephone and/or smart devices
• Continuous repetitive grasping and manipulation of both hands
• Continuous conversational communication
• Occasional reaching walking squatting bending kneeling twisting and climbing
• Occasionally carrying lifting pushing and pulling of up to 25 lbs.
• Occasionally working in confined noisy dusty areas
• Memorize and retain instructions
• Read and interpret detailed specifications
• Mental competency
• Physical accommodations will be implemented where necessary and feasible

Pay- Starts at 30$/Hour and goes up based on experience.

Required Experience:

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