Radiology Technologist (Xray)
Bozeman, MT
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Xray Technologist, XRAY TECH. The Acute Care Radiology Technologist provides radiographic services to support the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The role performs diagnostic, fluoroscopic, portable, trauma, and operating room imaging procedures while supporting patient education, documentation, and quality care.

Job Details

• Required Qualifications:

  • Graduate of a Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA)-accredited radiology program or equivalent
  • Montana Radiologic Technologist licensure
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification
  • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • One year of previous radiology experience, which may include clinical internship experience
  • Demonstrated competency in fluoroscopic and C-arm procedures, operating room imaging, trauma radiography, and portable radiography within six months, including services for neonatal intensive care, critical care, and emergency department patients

• Schedule: Day shifts, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.

• Additional Information:

  • Performs radiographic examinations requested by healthcare providers.
  • Performs fluoroscopic diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in collaboration with radiology providers.
  • Performs ultrasound-guided paracentesis, thoracentesis, and arthrocentesis procedures in collaboration with radiology providers.
  • Provides patient education regarding preparation and post-procedure care.
  • Assists with fluoroscopically guided peripherally inserted central catheter placements.
  • Performs C-arm fluoroscopy examinations in the operating room.
  • Completes documentation needed for accurate interpretation, reporting, archiving, and retrieval of examinations.
  • Retrieves written orders and related health information.
  • Participates in quality improvement activities and monitoring of clinical quality indicators.
  • Educates radiography students and newly hired radiology technologists on diagnostic and operative guidance examinations.
  • Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, professionalism, discretion, sensitivity, and confidentiality.
  • Communicates effectively in person and through applicable technologies.
  • Organizes and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlines in a busy clinical environment.
  • Supports patients weighing up to 50 pounds and performs lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, patient transfers, and other physical activities associated with patient care.
  • May involve extended periods of sitting, walking, or standing; weekend and after-hours shifts; on-call availability; repetitive tasks; and de-escalation of challenging situations.
  • Potential occupational exposures include bloodborne pathogens, radiation, healthcare chemicals and medications, infectious diseases, and emotionally challenging patient or family interactions.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits