Travel Contract - X-Ray Tech

Compensation : $62.86 - $62.86 Hourly
Client Job Ref ID : 141192
Shift Description : Night shifts - 36 hours

Travel Contract - X-Ray Tech
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States - 46260

Job Title: Travel Contract - X-Ray Tech

Number of positions: 2

Shift: Night shifts- 36 hours

Duration: 13 weeks

Start Date: 07/26/2023

Hourly pay: $62.86

OT: 1.5

Weekly Pay: $2,357

JOB DESCRIPTION

Department: Diagnostic Radiology Amb

Shift timings: Night Shift 18:30 - 07:00 Hours

Roles & Responsibilities

• Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians' orders before beginning x-ray procedures.
• Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians' written orders.
• Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.
• Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.
• Limiting patients' exposure to radiation by placing lead shields on patients where needed.
• Ensuring that the x-rays taken are of sound quality to prevent repeat procedures.
• Working closely with the resident Radiologist to determine whether further tests are required.
• Ensuring that the x-ray equipment is regularly serviced and in good working order.
• Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.
• Maintaining an accurate record of completed x-ray procedures.

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 X-Ray program
• Minimum three years X-Ray Technologist experience
• One year of Epic experience

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,, Clinical knowledge Reference Code
141192 Job Category
Radiology Technologist, X-Ray Technologist Facility Type
Agency,Hospital Based Pay Rate
62.86 - 62.86USDPer Hour Specialty
Radiology Geographical Setting
Urban,Metropolitan On Call
Yes Board Certification
Yes