X-ray Technologist - 7 Days on 7 Days Off - Work 64 Hours and Get Paid for 80! presso Fort HealthCare

Work 64 hours and get paid for 80! Join a company that values work-life balance as much as you do! Fort HealthCare is proud to be named a 15-time award winner of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace award for Southeastern Wisconsin, a 5-time award winner of the USA Top Workplaces award, and a 2-time winner of their Top Workplaces Culture Excellence award for Purpose & Values and we want YOU to join us!

Scheduling to support better work-life balance!

FTE: 0.8

Schedule: Work 7 days, off 7 days (Wednesday - Tuesday)

The X-ray Technologist performs quality imaging that assists the Radiologist in diagnoses relevant to general radiography and fluoroscopy, while minimizing the amount of radiation delivered to the patient. The X-ray Technologist may work in other modalities based on achieved competencies.

What sets Fort HealthCare apart: 

• 401(k) with employer match – Vested on day one
• On-site employee daycare for added convenience and peace of mind
• Comprehensive wellness plan to support your health and well-being
• Free on-site parking
• Free employee fitness center access
• On-site cafeteria open daily with a variety of meal options
• Employee pharmacy discount

Why X-ray Techs value being part of the Fort HealthCare Radiology Team:

• Collaborative, team-oriented environment where the Radiology staff works closely with providers, fosters continuous improvement, and empowers staff by encouraging and implementing new ideas
• Strong reputation for delivering high-quality imaging supported by cutting edge technology including recent advancements in robotic X-ray systems
• Expanding service lines and increasing imaging volumes, ensuring long-term stability and professional growth opportunities
• Supportive environment with opportunities to cross-train in additional imaging modalities

Responsibilities of this position include: 

• Proficiently performs basic to advanced x-ray and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain clinical history, confirms patient's understanding and addresses questions or concerns. Positions patients properly and selects general x-ray techniques in accordance with protocol. Administers contrast media according to protocol and responds appropriately to contrast reactions. Safely images patients to protect the patient from unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Assists, communicates, and consults with collaborating providers in an effective manner. Utilizes PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) to work collaboratively with radiologists, ensuring imaging studies are complete and assigned appropriately.
• Manipulates c-arm, fluoroscopy, and x-ray devices to produce quality imaging, effectively assisting physicians in procedures that require image guidance. Assists with set up of sterile supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions required for procedure while maintaining a sterile field. Participates in Universal Protocol/Timeouts during applicable procedures.
• Utilizes software programs such as PACS and EMR (Electronic Medical Record) to maintain accurate and thorough patient documentation. Identifies errors in documentation and takes steps necessary to correct.
• Understands scheduling processes as they relate to assigned modality and works collaboratively with schedulers to ensure prompt and effective scheduling practices.
• Understands proper cleaning procedures of imaging equipment and takes the steps necessary to ensure functionality of imaging systems, deploying repair requests, as necessary.

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Our Mission Statement - Improve the Health and Well-being of Our Community

Our Vision Statement provides each of us at Fort HealthCare with a goal. It is our motivation to improve constantly upon the level of care we provide, and the quality of services delivered.

Our Vision - Be the Healthiest Community in Wisconsin.