Travel Nurse Across America
RAD - Rad Tech
Travel Nurse Across America, Merrillville, Indiana, us, 46411
Description
We are looking for a Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Merrillville, IN. 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 requiredFollow orders from Physicians regarding which area of the patient's body needs imagingCorrectly position the patient and adjust the imaging equipment to appropriate positionPrevent unnecessary radiation exposure both to yourself and to patient by taking appropriate protection precautionsCalibrate imaging equipmentPrepare results for Physician to reviewMaintain accurate patient recordsUnderstand and use the McKesson PACS systemRequirements
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.
We are looking for a Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Merrillville, IN. 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 requiredFollow orders from Physicians regarding which area of the patient's body needs imagingCorrectly position the patient and adjust the imaging equipment to appropriate positionPrevent unnecessary radiation exposure both to yourself and to patient by taking appropriate protection precautionsCalibrate imaging equipmentPrepare results for Physician to reviewMaintain accurate patient recordsUnderstand and use the McKesson PACS systemRequirements
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.