Travel Radiology Technologist

Travel Radiology Technologist

Bakersfield, California

Start Date ASAP Estimated Weekly Total $3,011 Shift Nights Weekly Hours 40 Schedule 8 Assignment Length 13 Weeks

Facility

Location 1700 Mt Vernon Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93306 Facility Type Trauma EMR Cerner Beds 197 OR Beds 10 ER Visits 39706 Trauma Level LII Trauma

Estimated Pay

Weekly Total* $3,011 Overtime $77.82/hr Call Back $77.82/hr Holiday $77.82/hr Weekly M&I Per Diem $518 Weekly Housing Per Diem $1148

TotalMed Offers

• Sick Leave Accrual in All 50 States
• Mental Health Support
• Health Benefits Available on Day One
• 401(k) Available
• Expert Support on All Aspects of Your Assignment
• Continuing Education

Your Way Is Paid

• Drug Screens
• Credentials
• Licensure
• Health/Medical Compliance Items
• Travel reimbursement available up to $1000

Description

We are looking for a Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Bakersfield, CA. The right Rad Tech must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.

As a Rad Tech, you will be responsible for the use of diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring that images are accurate and passed on to physicians for medical interpretation. Rad Techs are also responsible for preparing and caring for patients undergoing radiologic testing.

Tasks

As a Rad Tech, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

• Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain imaging procedures to patients providing reassurance and support as required
• Follow orders from Physicians regarding which area of the patient's body needs imaging
• Correctly position the patient and adjust the imaging equipment to appropriate position
• Prevent unnecessary radiation exposure both to yourself and to patient by taking appropriate protection precautions
• Calibrate imaging equipment
• Prepare results for Physician to review
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Understand and use the McKesson PACS system

Requirements

Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (R) National Certification, and state-specific licensing when required.

Rad Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. Rad Techs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Requirements*: ARRT (R), BLS, 2 Years * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.