Travel Radiology Technologist - $1,816 per week
Travel Nurse Across America Allied
Anchorage, AK
Travel Nurse Across America Allied is seeking a travel Radiology Technologist for a travel job in Anchorage, Alaska.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Radiology Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
We are looking for a Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Anchorage, AK. The right Rad Tech must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.
As a Rad Tech, you will be responsible for the use of diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring that images are accurate and passed on to physicians for medical interpretation. Rad Techs are also responsible for preparing and caring for patients undergoing radiologic testing.
Tasks
As a Rad Tech, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain imaging procedures to patients providing reassurance and support as required
- Follow orders from Physicians regarding which area of the patient's body needs imaging
- Correctly position the patient and adjust the imaging equipment to appropriate position
- Prevent unnecessary radiation exposure both to yourself and to patient by taking appropriate protection precautions
- Calibrate imaging equipment
- Prepare results for Physician to review
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Understand and use the McKesson PACS system
Requirements
Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (R) National Certification, and state-specific licensing when required.
Rad Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. Rad Techs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.
Requirements*: ARRT (R), BLS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Travel Nurse Across America Allied Job ID #1258595. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Radiology Technologists - Rad Tech RAD - Travel
About the Company
Travel Nurse Across America Allied
Whether you’ve been a traveling healthcare professional for years or you’re just starting out, we understand the challenges life on the road can bring. Our team has the most experience in the industry and we use it to make sure our travelers have a smooth, headache-free experience each and every time. If you’re looking for a traveling healthcare professional job, let us put our knowledge to work for you. It won’t take long for you to see why Travel Nurse Across America is one of the best traveling healthcare professional agencies in America.