Posted:
10/7/2024, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
New London, Wisconsin, United States ⋅ Wisconsin, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Why ThedaCare?
Living A Life Inspired!
Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.
At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.
Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Applies knowledge of anatomy and pathophysiology, and uses critical thinking to implement appropriate imaging techniques using established protocols to acquire required images.
Positions patients for scans using appropriate coils and immobilization and protective equipment to comply with government regulations and ensure the safety of patients and team members.
Demonstrates competency in intravenous access and administration of contrast in accordance with established protocols.
Applies critical thinking skills and ensures order accuracy when triaging and prioritizing patients. Ensures patient and family concerns or needs are met.
Completes documentation on time and accurately in accordance with department policy or procedure including proper image management and accurate documentation in electronic medical record.
Practices safety at all times, which includes adhering to ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles for proper radiation safety for team members and patients using mobilization and immobilization devices, following safe patient handling practices, following infection prevention practices (proper personal protective equipment), and following hand hygiene to comply with government agencies or other regulatory bodies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or GED preferred
Must be 18 years of age
Graduate of an accredited radiography program
American Registry Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Wisconsin license
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Normally works in climate controlled office environment
Frequent sitting with movement throughout office space
Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.
Occasional high noise level in work environment.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents.
Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients.
Use of computers throughout the work day
Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrists, and fingers
This is a multi-modality position for MRI, CT and x-ray. Hours are Monday-Friday 730-4 or 7-330. 1-2 holidays per year. No Call
Website: https://thedacare.org/
Headquarter Location: Appleton, Wisconsin, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 1994
Industries: Health Care ⋅ Hospital ⋅ Medical