Radiologic Technologist
Job ID:
R131460
Shift:
Various
Full/Part Time:
Part_time
Pay Range:
$28.20 – $42.30
Location:
Aurora Medical Center Grafton – 975 Port Washington Rd
Grafton, WI 53024
Benefits Eligible:
No
Hours Per Week:
0
Our Benefits for You:
We want our teammates and their families to Live Well. Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range listed will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training. To accompany base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Shift differentials for PM, Nights, Weekends (based on job profile)
- 401(k) company contribution: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: dollar for dollar match up to 3%
- Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range
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Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Assist with vacation and sick coverage, minimum one shift per month. Hours vary based on need. 1-2 holiday shifts/year, no call required.
Performs basic to advanced radiologic procedures under the direction of the Radiologist.
Proficiently performs basic to advanced radiologic procedures. Must perform and be proficient with all of the following procedures if performed at assigned facility which include general diagnostic, general fluoroscopy, pain clinic, GI lab, urology, and c-arm procedures.
Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain clinical history, confirm acknowledgment of patients' understanding and address any questions or concerns.
Positions patients and selects exposure factors for various radiologic examinations and provides patient with radiation protection and safety in accordance with prescribed methods.
Identifies patient and labels images pertaining to the patient, compares requisitions to physician's orders to ensure exam accuracy, and processes images ensuring quality of radiographs and calls back patients as necessary.
Assists, communicates and consults with the Radiologists. Works independently outside the department with providers.
Prepares and maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
Serves as a technical resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff. Acts as a resource to staff at own facility and throughout the system.
Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients after procedures and any other imaging department processes and procedures.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Scheduled Hours
Assist with vacation and sick coverage. Hours vary based on need. 1-2 holiday shifts/year No call required
Licenses & Certifications
Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin, and
Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.
Degrees
Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.
Required Functional Experience
Typically requires 2 years of experience in a Radiologic Technologist role.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proficient in radiology positioning and techniques, aseptic techniques and C-arm. Advanced knowledge of radiation safety and radiology equipment. Knowledge of specialty physician protocols and ability to work effectively with diverse providers. Advanced knowledge of anatomy. Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members. Ability to work independently. Intermediate computer skills.
Aurora Health Care is the largest health system in Wisconsin and a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. The state’s largest private employer, the system serves patients across 17 hospitals, more than 70 pharmacies and more than 150 sites of care. Aurora Health Care, in addition to Advocate Health Care in Illinois and Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, is now part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.
