Radiological Technologist

**SIGN-ON BONUS OF $7,500 for Full-time Positions**General Information:Job title: Radiographic TechnologistSchedule: Full-time, 80 hours per pay period; Day Shift, scheduled Monday-FridayPart-time1, 48 hours per pay period; Day Shift, scheduled Monday-FridayPosition Summary:The Radiographic Technologist position performs professional duties involved in a variety of technical procedures for radiologic diagnosis and assists physicians in selection of practical applications and technical factors.Position Responsibilities:Operates radiation producing equipment including stationary, portable, fluoroscopy and C-arm.Select, set, and adjust proper techniques to the patient's physical condition, patient size, patient age, or suspected pathology. Performs necessary clerical work by assuring proper scheduling, correct exam, prior authorization, obtaining prior report/scan, patient lab values, and review of clinic notes.Follows physicians' orders and radiologist protocols.Positions, transfers, and properly immobilizes patients as required.Comforts patients by anticipating patient's anxieties; answering patient's questions. Assist Radiologist and other physicians in the performance of biopsies and interventional procedures. Assume responsibility for sterile technique procedure and contrast required by radiologist.Assist physicians and prepare supplies and special trays.Monitors the condition of the patients within the department and assists the radiologist or other provider in performing needed medical attention such as first aid or BLS. Processes, views, and approves the technical quality of each film with QA guidelines, pertinent to patient/procedures to obtain optimal images for diagnosis.Exercise responsibility for the maintenance and accuracy of facility reports, database records and logs.Maintains a safe and clean environment.Assume responsibility for proper and efficient operation of all equipment.Recognizes potential equipment problems of malfunction and notifies pertinent team members.Orders and maintains adequate supplies.Assists with orientation and ongoing education for employees, students, and other health care professionals within the department.Determines qualifications who use equipment and administer procedures under the direction of the Radiologists.Perform other related duties as needed.Position Requirements:Two-year degree in radiography required.1+ years related work experience preferred. Must hold and maintain AART certification.Must hold and maintain radiography license from the state of Wisconsin.BLS certification required or obtained within 3 months of hire.Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.Maintains compliance with continuing education requirements through professional journals, on the job training, and other educational opportunities.Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesIntermediate to expert proficiency with computers is required.Requires assessment, evaluation, and decision-making skills.Knowledge of radiography, phlebotomy, and lab safety. Self-starter with excellent compassion, interpersonal communication, oral and written communication, and problem-solving skills.