Radiology Technologist
Milwaukee, WI
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Nights

Radiologic Technologist

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Employment Type: Clinical, Allied, Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Schedule: 3rd shift, 10 PM to 6:30 AM, 10 hours per day, 35 hours per week

Role Summary

Under the direction of a radiologist or other providers, prepares patients and performs diagnostic radiographic and radiologic/fluoroscopic procedures using appropriate radiation protection. Operates imaging equipment, explains exams, and provides clear instruction and support to patients throughout their exam.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic studies according to guidelines and protocols, with minimal discomfort to the patient.
• Interviews patients for medical history and documents it.
• Positions patients and selects technical factors to produce high-quality images with minimal repeats.
• Provides radiation protection to self and patients under ALARA and other safety standards (OSHA, PPE, hand hygiene).
• Verifies image identification, reviews studies for technical accuracy, approves images, matches orders to images, and archives them.
• Performs image system reconciliations accurately and in a timely manner.
• Documents fluoroscopy time and estimated skin exposure for fluoroscopic studies.
• Communicates with radiologists and ordering providers about exams, protocols, and order clarification.
• Assists with patient transport and ancillary patient care as needed.
• Demonstrates flexibility with scheduling, reassignment, and shift rotations, including weekend, call, and holiday rotations as applicable.
• Assists with onboarding new employees, teaching staff and students, and reporting equipment issues. Provides minor troubleshooting.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiology Technologist license in Wisconsin.
• One year of experience as a Radiology Technologist, with experience performed within the last year.
• ARRT (R) registration.