Travel Interventional Radiology in Temple, TX

ID : 52762715 Shift : 13 : 00-21 : 00 Description : Job Specific Notes : Radiologic Technologist Operating Room EveningsShift : Monday- Friday 1 : 00pm-9 : 00pm Sign-On Bonus : $15,000 (external candidates only)Location : Scott & White Memorial Hospital TempleSetting : Hospital OR Only ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEESSENTIAL FUNCTION ON THE JOBDedicated to the Operating Room 50% of the time.Performs high quality intraoperative procedures according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels, radiation dose monitoring, actions to be taken if the estimated dose exceeds set dose reference levels, and actions to be taken for cases when the reference level was exceeded which may include patient follow-up.Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to : identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment.KEY SUCCESS FACTORSAble to perform high quality intraoperative procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.Able to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.Able to perform tasks independently without need for routine oversight.Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department) : newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.Able to take call, if required.BENEFITSOur competitive benefits package includes the following- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%- Tuition Reimbursement- PTO accrual beginning Day 1QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited ProgramCERTIFICATION / LICENSE / REGISTRATIONARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R) : ARRT-R - Radiography is required.Description for Job Interventional Radiology Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs interventional radiology (IR) procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.JOB SUMMARYThe Intra Operative Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs intraoperative procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols. Guaranteed Hours : Contract Weeks : 91