Per Diem/PRN Radiology Technologist - $26-41 per hour

$54,080 - $85,280/Yr

Advocate Aurora Health - Grafton, WI

Full-time

Grafton, WI

10,001+ employees

Hospitals

About the position

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a per diem Radiology Technologist to perform a variety of radiologic procedures under the direction of a Radiologist. This role involves both basic and advanced radiologic techniques, patient communication, and collaboration with healthcare providers to ensure quality patient care and accurate imaging results.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic to advanced radiologic procedures under the direction of the Radiologist.
• Communicate with patients to explain procedures and address any questions or concerns.
• Position patients and select exposure factors for various radiologic examinations.
• Provide patient radiation protection and safety in accordance with prescribed methods.
• Identify patients and label images accurately, ensuring exam accuracy by comparing requisitions to physician's orders.
• Process images ensuring quality of radiographs and call back patients as necessary.
• Assist and consult with Radiologists and work independently with providers outside the department.
• Prepare and maintain records in accordance with regulatory agencies and document billing codes for procedures performed.
• Serve as a technical resource and role model for students and staff.
• Facilitate clinical problem solving and collaborate with other departments for patient management education.
• Perform patient positioning and transporting duties, utilizing proper lifting techniques.

Requirements

• Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin.
• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) to be obtained within 6 months.
• Advanced training in Radiologic Technology from an accredited program.
• Typically requires 2 years of experience in a Radiologic Technologist role.
• Proficient in radiology positioning and techniques, aseptic techniques, and C-arm operation.
• Advanced knowledge of radiation safety and radiology equipment.
• Knowledge of specialty physician protocols and ability to work effectively with diverse providers.
• Advanced knowledge of anatomy.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills.
• Ability to work independently and possess intermediate computer skills.

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance
• Discount program