Travel Radiology Technologist

Travel Radiology Technologist

Location: Lorain, Ohio

Start Date - ASAP

Estimated Weekly Total - $2,049

Shift - Days

Weekly Hours - 40

Schedule - 8

Assignment Length - 13 Weeks

Location Information: 3700 Kolbe Rd, Lorain, OH 44053

Facility Type: Short Term Acute Care Hospital

EMR: Epic

Beds: 338

OR Beds: 12

ER Visits: 22750

Estimated Pay: Weekly Total* $2,049

40 Hoursx $20.25/hr - $810

Overtime - $61.00/hr

Call Back - $61.00/hr

Holiday - $61.00/hr

Weekly M&I Per Diem - $473

Weekly Housing Per Diem - $766

Your Way Is Paid

Description: We are looking for a Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Lorain, OH. 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.