Job Description

Premier Medical Staffing Services is seeking a travel Radiology Technologist for a travel job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

& Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Thurs-Saturday each week, 3rd shift: 7p-7a weekend. Willing to adjust times slightly 3x12 Hr 

• One year of current clinical experience OR clinical student experience required
• ARRT registered RT (R) in diagnostic radiology required
• Current State of WI license as a Radiographer required
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent required
• Schedule: Thursday-Saturday each week, 3rd shift: 7p-7a weekend (willing to adjust times slightly)
• Must be self-motivated
• Must have ability to organize and prioritize well
• Must have ability to remain flexible and to reorganize priorities when emergencies arise
• Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling reassignment and shift rotations to support departmental needs (including weekend, call and holiday rotations as applicable)

MORE INFORMATION:

• Prepares patients and performs radiographic procedures in diagnostic radiology and operates imaging equipment
• Performs diagnostic studies according to specific guidelines and prescribed protocols while utilizing appropriate radiation protection measures
• Adheres to organizational customer service standards and supports the organizational excellence initiatives
• Provides positive and effective interaction and communication with patients, visitors, and staff
• Performs ancillary services and assists in patient care areas as necessary
• Performs radiologic/fluoroscopic procedures accurately and efficiently
• Explains exam to patient
• Interviews patient to obtain personal medical history, documenting this information into RIS
• Provides clear explanation and instruction to patient
• Assists patient throughout exam
• Thanks patient at conclusion of exam
• Provides radiation protection to self and patients in accordance with ALARA
• Follows prescribed safety standards (OSHA, PPE, hand washing etc.)
• Appropriately positions patient and selects technical factors to produce images of maximum diagnostic quality
• Ensures correct image identification, including placement of ID markers and proper annotation
• Reviews each study for technical accuracy
• Work in partnership with other staff to ensure appropriate scheduling and throughput of exams
• Assists in transporting of patients, as needed
• Communicates and collaborates with radiologists and ordering providers
• Approves images, matches orders to images and archives to PACS
• Performs PACS reconciliations accurately and completely in a timely manner
• Documents fluoro time and estimated skin exposure for fluoro studies
• Demonstrates proficiency of EPIC
• Follows EPIC workflow from order entry/verification to end exam
• Proactively looks for additional opportunities throughout the department
• Routinely offers assistance to others
• Provide a positive teaching and learning environment
• Acts as a mentor and role model
• Assists in onboarding of new employees
• Observes malfunctioning equipment and follows proper procedure to report equipment issues
• Provides minor troubleshooting
• Preferred Education: An additional 1-2 years of college/university coursework and/or an undergraduate degree in a healthcare related field
• Preferred Skills: One year of current clinical experience in diagnostic radiology

About Premier Medical Staffing Services

Premier Medical Staffing Services, LLC is a nationally expanding healthcare staffing firm for healthcare professionals and companies. We understand our clients’ need for highly qualified, expertly trained medical professionals and are passionate about helping clinicians find employment opportunities that fit their personality and needs. Able to accommodate the ever-changing needs of the healthcare landscape, we offer per-diem, contract and direct hire placements to support the unique needs of each industry sector. Premier Medical Staffing Services is Joint Commission Certified, a Military Spouse Employment Partner and is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise. We are proudly nurse owned.

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