Travel Radiology Technician
Rochester, NY
Trusted Talent
Days

Short Description:

• Weekends: Fri- 10:30a-Mid, Sat- 8am-Mid, Sun- 7:30a-4p
• On call, callback, and holidays per unit needs
• Must be able to report within 30 minutes to on call shifts
• On call: 2-3 call shifts per month

Complete Description:

X-Ray Technologist Responsibilities:

• Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians' orders before beginning x-ray procedures.
• Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians' written orders.
• Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.
• Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.
• Handling all radiologic equipment safely and properly, keeping the dose to the patient as low as possible.
• Observing each patient's status and interpreting the appropriate information needed to meet age-specific needs.
• Producing a diagnostic, high-quality image for interpretation by the Radiologist.
• Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.
• Utilizing electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam-specific comments from the provider. Understanding and practicing the dual patient identifier procedure.
• Maintaining accurate patient record-keeping by properly identifying images and assuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.

X-Ray Technologist Requirements:

• Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology and maintaining certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• NYS license (or ability to obtain license prior to starting).
• 2 years of X-ray Technologist experience.
• Level 1 trauma center experience.
• Ability to move or lift patients.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• A patient and compassionate disposition.
• Team player who can maintain a cohesive working environment.

Ability to report within 30 minutes to on call shift.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BLS
• Experience using c-arm/o-arm in the past 8 months
• Must have recent OR experience

Behavior Characteristics:

Skills:

• Technician License (currently any Tech License accepted in the state of NY) - Required
• Two (2) years experience - Required
• BLS (American Heart Association ONLY) - Required
• Experience using c-arm/o-arm - Required, 8 Months
• Trauma 1 center experience - Required
• OR experience at a trauma 1 center - Required