Travel Radiology Tech - $3,295 per week in Lexington, KY

Performs radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, computer processing and related techniques, producing images for interpretation by or at the request of licensed independent practitioners. Recognizes various patient conditions to provide appropriate care for successful completion of exams or procedures.

Job Title: Interventional Radiology Tech Profession: Radiology Specialty: Interventional Radiology Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 5x8 First Shift Hours per Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, on call for weekends and holidays required Experience: One year of diagnostic experience in mammography License: Current Clienttion License with the Board of Medical Imaging and Clienttion Therapy Certifications: Current BLS, Current American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) Registry in Radiography RT(R) Must-Have: - Outstanding verbal and written communication skills - Excellent interpersonal skills - Strong eye-hand coordination - Proficiency in operating all related equipment - Attention to detail - Excellent customer service and communication skills - Ability to foster a cooperative work environment Description: Provides health care services applying pulsed x-ray energy to assist diagnosis or treatment. Performs radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, computer processing and related techniques, producing images for interpretation by or at the request of licensed independent practitioners. Exercises professional judgment in service performance and maintains a professional demeanor. Recognizes various patient conditions to provide appropriate care for successful completion of exams or procedures. Maintains a cohesive working relationship and spirit of cooperation with coworkers and other employees. Sets a positive example for staff through professional knowledge, appearance, conduct, and interactions. Maintains a professional working environment and follows all applicable policies and guidelines. Proactively plans and executes daily patient flow and staff schedules. Assists with staff selection, training, and competency assessments. Assists Radiologists and management in establishing protocols. Actively participates in training new employees on equipment functionality and exam protocols. Provides supervision and instruction to imaging students during clinical rotations. Stays updated on regulatory standards and changes. Verifies orders, patient information, and medical history. Performs and documents peripheral venipuncture when necessary for exams. Documents all incidents related to patient care in the electronic health record. Performs and documents time-out procedures for invasive procedures. Follows department protocols for all exams. Works with transport and nursing units to coordinate patient exams. Continuously monitors the patient throughout the exam. Utilizes radiation protection for patient and self. Applies ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles for all exams. Assists Radiologists and authorized providers with exams as necessary.