Job Description: Rad Tech

Summary

Advantis Medical is excited to announce an outstanding opportunity for a Rad Tech in York, PA. This rewarding travel contract position operates on a 5x8 hrs shift schedule with a contract duration of 40 hrs per week. With us, you'll enjoy a superior pay and benefits package, along with our personalized service that has ranked us the #1 travel nurse agency. As a Joint-Commission-certified agency, we promise a seamless and stress-free experience. Join Advantis Medical, the top-ranked travel nursing agency certified by the Joint Commission, and experience a seamless and stress-free travel nurse position. Enjoy unbeatable support, competitive compensation, housing and travel assistance, and endless opportunities for career growth. Explore captivating cities and states, immerse yourself in diverse cultures, and create lasting memories while making a difference. Take the next step in your nursing career with Advantis Medical and unlock a world of possibilities.

Job Details

• Facility: WellSpan - York Hospital
  
• Location: York, PA
  
• Unit/Specialty: Rad Tech
  
• Shift: 5x8 hrs
  

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience
  
• Experience as a Cath Lab Tech or IR Tech
  
• Vascular experience required
  
• Epic experience not needed
  

Additional Information

The Interventional Radiology Technologist works closely with the interventional radiologist to perform vascular imaging and interventional radiology procedures. Responsibilities include scrubbing-in for the surgical portion of the procedure, circulating within the procedure room to organize and perform the non-sterile portions of the procedure, and operating the radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment to produce the images of the procedure. The Interventional Radiology Technologist also maintains skills in radiography and/or other imaging specialties to provide cross-coverage and supplemental staffing as required. Assesses patient relative to requested procedure by collecting pertinent data about the patient and the procedure. Analyzes collected data and uses professional judgement to select the most appropriate and cost-effective method for completing the requested procedure. Educates the patient, family, and other health care providers as appropriate regarding the requested procedure. Prepares patient both physically and emotionally prior to examination, explaining procedures to allay patient fears. Documents information about patient care and radiologic services provided. Provides direct assistance to the interventional radiologist during angiographic and interventional radiology procedures. Provides inventory control for vascular and interventional specific supplies such as catheters, guidewires, stents, procedure sets, etc. Produces medical images to meet standards established in department protocols. Uses independent judgment and radiographic skills to position patients in order to obtain quality exams. Alters positioning of patient and/or equipment as required by patient condition to obtain required images. Produces hard-copy images and/or digitally archived images for use in patient care. Ensures images are identified with appropriate patient and examination identification information. Verifies that area of interest has been imaged according to standard department protocols. Differentiates between artifacts and normal pathological processes. Determines need for repeat or additional images, and the technical factor or patient positioning adjustments required to correct image/examination deficiencies.

Note: WellSpan is not currently accepting compact licenses. All vendors will be updated once this changes. Rates for this position are $130/hr. Please be aware that this job requires a 30-minute call time and may include weekends and call rotation as needed by the unit.

General Comments: WellSpan is a nicotine-free facility. All forms of nicotine assignment will be canceled. Candidates who have had their license suspended at any time in the past are not eligible for submission. All time off and/or scheduling requests must be included in the submission. Candidates cannot be considered if they have been employed as a perm hire at any WellSpan site within the year. WellSpan requires the flu vaccine from September 7 - April 30. Please ensure your traveler is willing to obtain it prior to submitting.