Travel Radiology Technologist

Radiologic Technologist

Weekly Travel Rate up to $1,845 - $2,769

Department: Associate Travel Program

Schedule: Multiple Shifts available, 40 hours per week

Hospital: Multiple Ascension acute care hospitals

Location: Local and national travel options are available dependent on need.

This position is a permanent, full time position made up of 8-13 week assignments - not a short term option or temporary contract. Ability to extend as needed. Benefited positions available, rate changes will apply.

Take radiologic films providing quality images to physicians to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems.

Prepare and position patients for imaging and select exposure factors accurately.

Prepare and administer contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.

Observe patient during procedure and report abnormal activity. Monitor protocols and recommend updates or refinements as warranted.

Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevent patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.

Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).

Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.

Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.

Position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

One or more of the following required:

Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Radiology Technician obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

One year of recent experience in Radiology Unit strongly preferred.

Local and national travel options are available depending on need. Candidates are stipend eligible for sites over 50+ miles from their permanent residence. Partner with Recruitment to learn more.

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