Embrace Alaskan Adventure as a Radiology Technologist!

Join our dedicated healthcare team in the picturesque town of Wrangell, Alaska, as we seek a skilled Radiologic Technologist/Mammographer for a travel/contract position. For a competitive compensation of $3,566 per month, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality imaging services, including CT scans and mammograms, to our diverse patient population. This position not only allows you to make a difference in the lives of others but also immerses you in the stunning Alaskan landscape, perfect for adventurous spirits and nature enthusiasts alike!

As a Radiology Technologist, you'll utilize your expertise in diagnostic imaging while ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Your responsibilities will include performing a range of radiographic examinations; maintaining thorough patient records; and upholding our departmental quality assurance programs. We’re looking for someone who is not only knowledgeable in their craft but also willing to grow and adapt, ready to tackle additional modalities in the imaging field. If you have over two years of relevant experience, current ARRT certification, and a passion for providing exceptional care, we'd love to hear from you. Embrace this opportunity to enhance your skills while experiencing the wild beauty of Wrangell!

The Radiologic Technologist/Mammographer must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and
skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients’ service on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/area/department’s policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Must provide radiographic/Sonographic examination of all body parts for diagnostic interpretation. Must exercise professional judgement in performance of procedures applying principles of radiation protection.
Perform diagnostic medical radiography/sonography within department and other areas.
Maintain patient records and files.
Assume responsibility for departmental quality assurance program.
Pursue continuing education.
Transfer patient to and from radiology.
In absence of supervisor, assume responsibility of department.
Rotate shifts as required.
Perform ancillary duties as requested by supervisor.
Follow policies and procedures as set up by SEARHC Administration.
Assist in general hygiene of department and self.
Should be able to work well in situations of stress.
Must be willing to able to take call and report to work within 20 minutes.
Must be willing to learn other imaging modalities as Manager sees fit.
Must be able to perform duties in two fields of imaging and willing to work outside of modality, i.e., Ultrasound, MRI, CT, Mammography.
Must maintain competency in ancillary modality.
Able and willing to perform other duties as assigned.
MAMMOGRAPHY
Perform the following:
Breast needle localization
Specimen radiography
Quality control
Screening
Diagnostic
Stereotactic breast biopsy
Actively pursues five CEU’s Mammography credits per year documented per ACR/FDA requirements and kept in Radiology
Performs 100 mammograms per year documented per ACR/FDA requirements and kept in Radiology
CT/ INTERVENTIONAL
Responsible for care of equipment in this area.
Responsible for record maintenance.
Assist with invasive procedures and knowledge of these procedures.
Active part in the preparation of procedure in this area.
Consult with referring physicians.
Strive towards the goal of venipuncture.
Follow standard precautions procedure.
Alter routine protocols to provide quality care to pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients.
Change contrast levels per age group.
Set up and run automatic injector.
Familiar with contraindications of contract.
Competent in tele-radiology transmission.
Competent in sterile technique.
Actively assist in supply inventory and ordering.
Daily/Weekly QC
Additional Job DescriptionAdditional Job DescriptionEducation, Certifications, and Licenses Required:
Current ARRT in Radiography OR
Current ARDMS in one category (Abd or OB/GYN)
BLS certification required within 45 days of start
Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three yearsExperience Required
Able to perform all diagnostic exams as related to assigned modality.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Tech I – ARRT or ARDMS in one modality (i.e., ARRT general radiography or ARDMS one category)
Tech II – ARRT (CT, MR, MG, NM) or ARDMS certified in two modalities/ARDMS categories (OB/GYN, Abd)
EMR:Meditech
ACLS BLS/BCLS PALS NRP
ARRT