Acute Care Radiology Technologist
Bozeman, MT
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,481/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Radiology Tech - Acute Care
Location: Bozeman, Montana Specialty: Diagnostic Imaging Employment Type: Contract Contract Length: 13 weeks Hours: 36 per week (FT, 0.9 FTE, day shift) Schedule: 3x12s, 10am to 10pm, with every 4th weekend off
Role Summary
The Acute Care Radiology Technologist provides X-ray services to assist in diagnosis or treatment. The role performs X-ray procedures and related techniques, producing images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner.
Required Qualifications
- Graduation from a radiology technology program or equivalent
- Valid Radiology Technologist license in Montana
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification, R.T.(R)
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- Radiology Technologist experience (1 year), which may include clinical internship experience
- Radiology Technologist experience within the last year
- Experience with the C-arm, including demonstrated competency within 6 months in advanced imaging techniques such as fluoroscopic/C-Arm in the OR, Trauma, and portable radiography, including services to NICU, CCU, and ED
Key Duties
- Performs radiographic exams requested by healthcare providers, including fluoroscopic diagnostic and therapeutic procedures alongside radiology providers
- Performs ultrasound-guided paracentesis, thoracentesis, and arthrocentesis alongside radiology providers
- Assists radiology nursing with fluoroscopically guided PICC placements
- Performs C-arm fluoroscopy exams in the OR as requested by surgeons
- Provides patient education on prep and post-care for procedures
- Completes documentation for interpretation, reporting, archiving, and retrieval of exams, and performs related billing and distribution duties
- Educates radiography students, new hires, and radiology techs
- Participates in monitoring and improving hospital quality indicators
Important Notes
- Traveler must live at least 90 miles away from the facility to be considered. Candidates who do not meet this requirement should not be submitted.
- The facility reserves the right to cancel three shifts per 13-week contract due to low census or other unforeseen circumstances.
- On-time completion of all required education is expected per DNV requirements and facility policy.
Physical and Work Demands
- Lift and support up to 50 pounds, including patient transfers and assisting with bedside needs
- Sit, walk, or stand for 8 or more hours daily during extended shifts
- May work beyond a standard 40-hour week, including weekends and after-hours shifts
- On-call availability may be required
- Handles upset patients and families, requiring de-escalation skills
- Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, radiation, chemicals and disinfectants, infectious diseases, and emotionally challenging situations
Employer
PRIDE Health
60 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
Agency and recruiter are communicative and reach out a good amount after getting you started. Paid weekly.
Cons
Sometimes slow to get concerns addressed in a timely manner. Also can be sometimes overbearing with getting you to agree to contracts.
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PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.
About Bozeman, MT
As a Travel Radiology Technologist in Bozeman, MT here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average due to the booming real estate market and tourism industry.
- Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 83°F and lows of 45°F.
- Average winter highs of 35°F and lows of 13°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may be in high demand due to the city's popularity.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are limited but available within the city.
- Bozeman has a relatively young population due to the presence of Montana State University.
- The city is fairly diverse, with a mix of college students, families, and retirees.
- Common health issues may include outdoor-related injuries due to the popularity of outdoor activities.
- Bozeman has a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities and the city's appeal to outdoor enthusiasts.
- Bozeman offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, and various outdoor activities including fly fishing, hiking, biking, rock climbing, and skiing.
- The city hosts annual festivals like the Sweet Pea Festival with live music, dance, theater, food, and arts and crafts.
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