Travel Radiology Technologist

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Radiology Technologist for a travel job in Rockford, Illinois.

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• Specialty: Radiology Technologist
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• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
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• Start Date: ASAP
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• Duration: 13 weeks
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• 40 hours per week
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• Shift: 10 hours, nights
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• Employment Type: Travel
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Radiologic Technologist

Monday - Thursday Night Shift (8:00 PM - 6:30 AM)

2 years required

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• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
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• ARRT Radiography registration
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• IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation
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• Approved CPR or BLS certification within 90 days
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• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology
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• Minimum of 2 years of experience required
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• Perform diagnostic radiographic, portable, c-arm, and fluoroscopic procedures.
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• Review patient clinical history to ensure appropriate orders are placed and labs are within range, consulting with radiologists as necessary.
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• Provide patient education regarding procedures.
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• Select and operate imaging equipment, image capture devices, and accessories to successfully perform procedures.
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• Position patients to best demonstrate anatomic areas of interest while ensuring their comfort.
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• Initiate basic life support as necessary.
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• Determine radiographic techniques and exposure factors.
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• Follow ALARA principles to maintain safe exposure levels.
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• Apply principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure risks for patients, self, and others.
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• Document and report safety incidents/adverse events according to protocol.
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• Process images and ensure they are properly identified and of high quality.
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• Utilize radiology information systems (including PACS) to complete all required records, reports, and submit images for physician review and interpretation.
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• Assist with medical record/image sharing as necessary.
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• Document all information pertinent to procedures in the electronic medical record, including medication reconciliation.
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• Provide practical instruction for radiography students and colleagues.
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• Apply safety principles during procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.
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• Operate mobile radiologic equipment in various settings, such as operating rooms and emergency rooms.
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• Assist radiologists during fluoroscopic and special x-ray exams.
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• Prepare and assist with the administration of contrast media.
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• Provide expert training to new technologists and adjust patient and staff schedules as needed.
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• Holiday coverage required.
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Thrive Staffing Job ID #19461567. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Radiology:X-Ray Tech,20:00:00-06:00:00