CT/Radiologic Technologist - Methodist (Weekend)

Carle Health • Peoria, IL

139d • $31 - $53

About The Position

To perform routine and specialized examinations in the specialty area of CT and diagnostic radiology, adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic results; prepare patients for examinations. This requires independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist.

Requirements

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA).
• Registered in Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA).
• Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology.
• Associate's Degree: Radiologic Technology.
• Work Experience: Related field.

Responsibilities

• Performs procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages.
• Exhibits competency in performing and filming CT and radiographic procedures.
• Deviates from routines when the patient's condition requires it or at the request of the radiologist.
• Knowledgeable of procedures and assist radiologist, orders labs and pathology tests, and schedules procedures appropriately.
• Knowledgeable of invasive procedures, sterile tray set up, assisting radiologist, catheter and guidewires, orders labs and pathology tests, and schedules procedures appropriately.
• Obtains and documents accurate pre and post procedure information as applicable.
• Follows JCAHO patient safety goals.
• Maintains quality care throughout the procedure.
• Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing.
• Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider’s orders and hospital lab procedures/policies.
• Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function in all aspects of CT and Diagnostic Radiology.
• Performs support functions of the Medical Imaging department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met.
• Technically knowledgeable of CT and diagnostic equipment operation.
• Performs reasonable trouble shooting.
• Checks and observes equipment for general safety, maintenance, and appropriate operation.
• Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels.
• Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that room.
• Promptly processes images and paper work according to proper procedures to ensure timely turn around in providing a report to the physician's office.
• Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care, transporting patients to and from the department as required.
• Promptly and accurately completes all fields in the PACS, Radiology system, i.e. number of images repeated, contrast reaction, exam data entry, start and stop times of exam.
• Maintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programs.
• Assumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost effective care for our patients.
• Shares knowledge, guides and encourages fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and procedures.
• Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment.
• Completes care while conserving resources, preventing waste of supplies.
• Uses slow time to improve area appearance and accept additional assignments such as cassette cleaning, apron testing and film file duties.

Benefits

• Sign-on Bonus Available!
• Relocation bonus available for 1yr+ experience and >50mi.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree