What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Radiology Technologist position at Froedtert Health - 3200 Pleasant Valley Road?
Job Description
Certification Details
State Licensure
Job Details
At the direction of a radiologist or other providers, prepares patients and performs radiographic procedures in diagnostic radiology and operates imaging equipment.
Performs diagnostic studies according to specific guidelines and prescribed protocols while utilizing appropriate radiation protection measures.
Adheres to organizational customer service standards and supports the organizational excellence initiatives.
Provides positive and effective interaction and communication with patients, visitors, and staff.
Performs ancillary services and assists in patient care areas as necessary.
Performs radiologic / fluoroscopic procedures accurately and efficiently with the least amount of discomfort to the patient.
Explains exam to patient and interviews patient to obtain personal medical history, documenting this information into RIS.
Provides clear explanation and instruction to patient and assists patient throughout exam.
Thanks patient at conclusion of exam and provides radiation protection to self and patients in accordance with ALARA and follows other prescribed safety standards (OSHA, PPE, hand washing etc.).
Appropriately positions patient and selects technical factors to produce images of maximum diagnostic quality, with minimal repeats.
Ensures correct image identification, including placement of ID markers and proper annotation.
Reviews each study for technical accuracy and works in partnership with other staff to ensure appropriate scheduling and throughput of exams.
Assists in transporting of patients, as needed, and communicates and collaborates with radiologists and ordering providers during exams and for guidance on protocols and order clarification.
Approves images, matches orders to images and archives to PACS, performs PACS reconciliations accurately and completely in a timely manner.
Documents fluoro time and estimated skin exposure for fluoro studies and demonstrates proficiency of EPIC.
Follows EPIC workflow from order entry / verification to end exam including notes, medication documentation and supply charges where applicable, in a comprehensive and timely manner.
Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling reassignment and shift rotations to support departmental needs (including weekend, call and holiday rotations as applicable).
Proactively looks for additional opportunities throughout the department to increase efficiency and provide a more cohesive work environment.
Routinely offers assistance to others, including but not limited to, preparing exam room for next patient, stocking supplies and linens and maintaining a clean staff work area.
Provides a positive teaching and learning environment for staff, students / interns, providers and visitors, acts as a mentor and role model, and assists in onboarding of new employees.
Observes malfunctioning equipment and follows proper procedure to report equipment issues.
Job Requirements
One year of current clinical experience OR clinical student experience.
Self-motivated.
Ability to organize and prioritize well.
Ability to remain flexible and to reorganize priorities when emergencies arise.
Schedule Information
Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling reassignment and shift rotations to support departmental needs (including weekend, call and holiday rotations as applicable).
Additional Details
Preferred Skills & Experience : One year of current clinical experience in diagnostic radiology.
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