Travel Radiology Technologist
Rochester, NY
Consolidated Medical Travel
5x8 hrs, Days

*****THIS IS NUERO INTERVENTIONAL UNIT RAD TECH*****

Short Description: Interventional Radiology Rad Tech must have Neurosurgery/neuroscience 5-8 hour shifts with room for negotiation at maximum of 4-10 hour shifts. THERE IS NOT A ROTATING SHIFT SCHEDULE 2-3 call shifts per month along with at least 1 holiday assignment Complete Description:Client would prefer HCP with interventional radiology experience. For reference, the unit typically train RTs coming from other modalities for up to six months when they start in neuro IR. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 2. Demonstrates competence in selecting exposure factors, positioning and consistently produces radiologic images of diagnostic quality. 3. Works cooperatively with all members of the department to resolve problems expediently. 4. Displays flexibility, team spirit, compassion, respect, politeness and accountability when dealing with customers. 5. Demonstrates awareness of and sensitivity for patient s rights in all interfaces with patients. C. 

AREAS OF EMPHASIS 1. Administers oral contrast as needed per exam. 2. Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations and assists Radiologist during procedures. 3. Demonstrates competence and proficiency in operation if all x-ray equipment, CR and DR systems. 4. Reports equipment malfunctions to manager or lead. 5. Completes all assigned procedures in a timely manner and uses time between procedures to department advantage-assisting others, clerical duties, stocking, transporting, etc. 6. Employee understands his/her role on maintaining medication security to authorized personnel only. 7. Demonstrates competency in providing health care services in own job category to all age groups. 8. Demonstrates competency in interpersonal relationships to all age groups. D. DOCUMENTATION/INFORMATION MANAGEMENT 1. Demonstrates competency in the use of Hospital information System (HIS), Radiology Information System (RIS) and PACS. 2. Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (BPI projects, task forces, etc.) when warranted. 3. Demonstrate confidentiality using own password and all patient care modules. 4. Answers telephone inquiries of a technical nature from physicians or hospital personnel in other areas of the hospital while maintaining good phone etiquette. Requirements: BLS (American Heart Association ONLY) Two (2) years experience Licensing in the state of NY