$1,600/week - X-Ray Tech - Iowa

The X-Ray Technician / Radiology Technician performs diagnostic procedures and activities to create detailed diagnostic images that aid in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions. The X-Ray Technician / Radiology Technician collaborates with members of the radiology and health care team to promote total patient care.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs all radiologic procedures which are offered by the department, following exam protocols on neonatal, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients

Completes paperwork and computer related duties

Assists radiologists, staff physicians, nursing, and hospital personnel with radiological services

Maintains department facilities, equipment, and materials in a condition to promote efficiency, health, comfort, and safety of patients and staff

Checks and maintains equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular daily basis and per facility protocol

Keeps supplies current, clean and replenished

Processes film, evaluates for technical quality and accurate patient identification and side labeling

Greets patients, verifies patient identification and physician orders

Obtains, correlates and documents clinical history, prior to the start of examination

Transports patients and informs nursing units of patients’ departure and arrival

Holds medical and other sensitive information in confidence

Knowledge of radiation safety measures and protection to comply with government regulations

Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

High School diploma or its equivalent certification.

Completion of an accredited radiological technology program, community-based college, or hospital-based program if required by state/contract

State license or certificate where required

Current ARRT certificate preferred

Full command, verbal and written, of the English language

Prefer one-year relevant experience as a radiology technician

Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency program when applicable

Current CPR if applicable

TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

Computer proficiency required

Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.