Radiologic Technologist

Job Title: Radiologic Technologist
Location: Milwaukee, WI, 53226
Duration: 3 Months+ (possible extensions)
 
Shifts available (2 Openings):

1. Thurs-Saturday each week, 3rd shift: 7 pm – 7 am weekend. Willing to adjust times slightly
2. 7/70 2nd shift: 09:30 – 20:00

• 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 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.
• Explains exams to patients and obtains personal medical history, documenting this information into RIS.
• Provides clear explanations and instructions to patients and assists them throughout the exam.
• Provides radiation protection to self and patients in accordance with ALARA and follows prescribed safety standards (OSHA, PPE, hand washing, etc.).
• Appropriately positions patients 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.
• Works in partnership with other staff to ensure appropriate scheduling and throughput of exams.
• Assists in transporting patients, as needed.
• 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.
• Demonstrates proficiency of EPIC and follows EPIC workflow from order entry/verification to end exam, including notes, medication documentation, and supply charges where applicable.
• Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling reassignment and shift rotations to support departmental needs.
• Proactively looks for opportunities to increase efficiency and provide a more cohesive work environment.
• Routinely offers assistance to others, including preparing exam rooms, 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 new employees.
• Observes malfunctioning equipment and follows proper procedure to report equipment issues.

• Post high school completion of an ARRT accredited Radiologic Technology program

• ARRT registered RT (R) in diagnostic radiology
• Current State of WI license as a Radiographer
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent

• 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

• One year of current clinical experience in diagnostic radiology.