Compensation : $68.79 - $68.79 Hourly
Client Job Ref ID : 142156
Shift Description : Night shifts - 36 hours
Travel Contract - Radiology Technologist Redding, California, United States - 96001 Job Title: Travel Contract - Radiology Technologist
Number of positions: 1
Shift: Night shifts- 36 hours
Duration: 13 weeks
Start Date: 08/12/2023
Hourly pay: $68.79
OT: 1.5
Weekly Pay : $2,457
JOB DESCRIPTION - Performs Diagnostic Radiographic, Cat Scan, Mammography, Bone Density, Ultra Sound or Special Procedures according to department protocols.
- Functions as the first line interface with customers and is successful in the accomplishment of their imaging needs. Participates in PI/ QC activities.
- Assists in Maintaining Performance Improvement Program.
- Supervises Radiology staff in the absence.
- Maintains department supplies.
- Promotes teamwork and good customer service.
- Assists in annual evaluations and staff discipline.
- Does scheduling for assigned sub departments and maintains supplies and equipment for assigned sub department.
- Responsible for processing and transmission of Images to PACS.
Roles & Responsibilities - Preparing examination rooms for patient examinations.
- Administering radiopharmaceuticals to obtain clear, usable images.
- Positioning patients and equipment, explaining the procedures, and ensuring patients' comfort.
- Inserting commands and data into the computer to document and specify the scan sequences, and monitoring the video display to adjust the density or contrast.
- Monitoring patients during examinations, ensuring their safety, and following procedures to prevent unnecessary exposure to radiation.
- Producing diagnostic images, reporting important information to the Physician, and updating patients' records.
- Organizing the daily procedure schedules for emergencies and monitoring radiographic supplies.
- Performing administrative tasks, such as answering technical questions, scheduling appointments, and offering pre-procedure advice.
- Performing scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs on radiographic equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Certification
- Certified Principal Investigator (CPI) Certification
- Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
- The ability to stand for extended periods.
- Strong technical skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Passionate about patient care
- Completion of a fully accredited Radiology Tech program
- Minimum three years Radiology Tech experience
- Active unencumbered California state license
Requirements: - COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: - Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
- Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
- Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.
- Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.
- A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.
- Effective interpersonal/communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.
ABOUT HEALTHCARE STAFFING PLUS Healthcare Staffing Plus is a US based national per diem, local contract, and locum tenens agency. We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Indiana just outside of Louisville, KY.
With close to 24 years of non-clinical healthcare experience that includes 16 years of solid medical staffing and recruiting experience, we deliver on our promise of adhering to strict and ethical recruiting standards handled with the utmost professionalism. Never resting on our laurels of sourcing candidates thoroughly and presenting our clients only the cream of the crop.
Required Skills Excellent communication skils, Critical thinking skills,, All radiology modalities
Reference Code 142156
Job Category Radiology Technologist
Facility Type Agency,Hospital Based
Pay Rate 68.79 - 68.79USDPer Hour
Specialty Radiology,Radiology-interventional,Radiology-women
Geographical Setting Urban,Metropolitan
On Call Yes
Board Certification Yes