Travel Rad Tech - $2,148 per week in Smyrna, GA
Company: Cynet Health
Location: Smyrna
Posted on: June 28, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Title: Rad Tech Profession: Radiologic Technologist
Specialty: Imaging Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift:
Flexible, including weekends Experience: Entry-level License: ARRT
Radiography Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Must-Have:
Excellent communication skills Ability to function independently
and under pressure Detail-oriented and capable of multitasking
Competence in Diagnostic Radiology and patient positioning
Understanding of anatomy and pathology Description: Must be
flexible with work hours to meet department needs. Must be
dependable, accountable, and cooperative. Assists with providing
safe, age-appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams
according to department procedures. Has the knowledge and ability
to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.
Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures
requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in the
utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of
diseases. Able to independently perform job functions. Sets up the
equipment to provide imaging service and positions the patient for
the procedure. Works with students during their clinical rotation.
Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data, and
assesses for contraindicating conditions. Follows established
procedures for the administration of contrast media to ensure no
patient condition deteriorates due to error or poor technique.
Ensures all studies have proper patient identification, and right
and left markers are utilized appropriately. Reviews radiographic
images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
Responds to emergency situations and provides for the restocking of
the crash cart and maintenance of life support equipment when
applicable. Assists other technologists in all modalities when
needed. Observes patient condition and evaluates situations when
physician intervention is necessary. Verifies two unique patient
identifiers and correct clinical order prior to performing a
procedure per policy. Ensures patient privacy and comfort is
accommodated. Demonstrates competence in the determination and
application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies, and
techniques based on patient age. Organizes schedule, time, and
priorities to accomplish required activities within designated time
frames. Utilizes critical thinking skills and seeks clarification
on ambiguous orders. Understands and documents preprocedural
verification and Time Out processes when applicable. Demonstrates
and understands pre-and-post procedural care and sterile technique
as applicable. Maintains competency with venipuncture when
applicable. Demonstrates the ability to adjust technique to ensure
the patient receives the lowest possible dose of ionizing radiation
while maintaining image quality. Reports problems regarding
malfunctioning equipment to the supervisor or service provider for
timely correction. Cleans, disinfects, and maintains equipment in
accordance with infection control policy and department schedule.
Operates all aspects of the system and all radiographic equipment
in a safe and competent manner. Patiently and clearly explains the
purpose and nature of exams to patients to minimize anxiety and
facilitate cooperation. Ensures that patient questions, concerns,
or contraindications are satisfactorily addressed. Participates in
the orientation and training of departmental employees. Provides
patients with preparatory instruction and explanations of
procedures. Ensures required documentation is concise, legible, and
includes precise terminology. Reads emails daily during scheduled
work and follows through with assignments. Completes mandatory
departmental and education requirements without prompting.
Consistently produces high-quality images with appropriate
collimation, shielding, technique selection, penetration, and
positioning. Ensures equipment is fully operational prior to each
use by checking for proper calibration and operating deficiencies.
Sends all studies to PACS and ensures exams are complete in the
system with marked, labeled, and accurate notes. Checks for prior
exams and ensures they are loaded and properly labeled prior to
sending to PACS. Restocks linens and supplies and maintains imaging
services in a clean and orderly condition. Transports and positions
patients, assisting them on and off the procedure table. Performs
patient charging activities on the day the service is rendered.
Applies shielding, supportive, and immobilization devices and
equipment. Lends knowledge and assistance to others as needed.
Performs routine duties of clerical and support personnel as
necessary. Keeps the supervisor informed on all responsibilities
and promptly notifies them of any problems. Maintains an individual
productivity rate consistent with co-workers. Maintains compliance
with regulatory agency standards. Transfers and retrieves images on
the PACS system. Takes call when necessary. Performs other duties
as assigned.
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