Description:
A radiologic technologist, or radiographer, performs medical exams with diagnostic imaging using x-rays and administers radiation therapy to treat medical conditions. Other imaging equipment they use includes computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to diagnose patients. The technologist is responsible for following the physician's orders on what part of the body patients need to be examined. Radiographers also prepare patients for the exam by moving them into position for the imaging procedures, operating the equipment, and minimizing patient exposure to harmful radiation levels.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Receives, relays and documents verbal, facsimile, electronic and/or telephone orders in the patients chart as permitted by State and Institutional policies
Follows prescribed techniques in administering general and specific X-rays. (Adjusts equipment; determines proper voltage, current and desired exposure time; arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain position of patient; adjusts lead shield; and selects proper film).
Determines technique for ionizing radiation during radiologic exams.
Prepares barium preparation and other chemical mixtures for X-rays.
Observes patient and machine during procedure and reports unusual occurrences and records patients condition.
Develops film in accordance with photographic techniques.
Cleans and disinfects X-ray room and equipment.
Prepares patient for X-ray, explains procedures, transfers patient to table, positions patient and assists patient at end of procedures.
Required Qualifications:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification, (CT) certification preferred
Licensed technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).
Vaccinated for Influenza, seasonal
Incentives:
Benefits for our Travel & Local Contracts Include:
Aggressive Compensation Packages
Lodging Per-Diem for those who qualify
Meals and Incidentals Allowance for those who qualify
Travel Expense Allowance for those who qualify
Medical Dental and Vision Benefits available (For you and family)
Day 1 Medical and Voluntary Insurance eligibility for all full-time contracted professionals
401K
Daily Pay Available
Direct deposit
Free CEUs
24/7 Clinical Support
Professional and General Liability Coverage
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Disability Insurance
Term Life Insurance
Bridge Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
State License Assistance
New graduates are welcome to apply (Allied Only)
Unlimited Referral Bonus Program
Personal Staffing Assistance and Large Support Staff
Exceptional Customer Service (available 24 hours)
Travel Tax Filing Resources
