CT/X-ray Technologist, PRN- Crown Point

UChicago Medicine • Crown Point, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at UChicago Medicine Northwest Indiana, Inc. as a Multi-Modality Imaging Technologist in the Radiology Department. Here, you will perform Xray and Computed Tomography (CT) procedures to demonstrate sectional anatomic images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. The Multi-Modality Imaging Technologist provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient’s conditions essential for successful completion of the procedures. Services are provided in accordance with industry standards, department protocols, and hospital policies and procedures. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiology technology training in an AMA approved school
• CPR training required and BLS training recommended.
• Current registry by ARRT (R), advanced certification in CT. Advanced certification in the other modality required within 12 months of hire date.
• Licensure by the state of Indiana
• Effective communication skills and excellent patient care skills required

Nice To Haves

• Certified in both CT and X-ray
• Experience in venipuncture and placement of IVs

Responsibilities

• Performs both XR and CT scans as assigned and holds competency for both XR and CT procedures. Performs procedures according to set protocols established by radiologists.
• Review all requisitions to ensure correct exam(s) have been ordered and allotted the proper time frame. To coordinate exams that requires direct Radiologist involvement.
• Has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate care protocol relating to the physical and psychological needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, young and mature adults, and geriatric patients.
• Prepares contrast media, performs venipuncture, and administers contrast to patients under the direction of the physician.
• Review/evaluate completed exams for quality and proper format. Makes notation to Radiologist when images are to be repeated and the proper technical factors needed for correction.
• Provides patient education prior to, during, and subsequent to the procedure in order to reduce patient anxiety and enhance patient comfort, providing optimal imaging.
• Reports and records all malfunctioning equipment to Imaging Manager and/or Radiology Engineering appropriately.
• Appropriately utilizes imaging systems, accessories and patient positioning techniques to generate quality images
• Utilizes radiology information systems in accordance with current guidelines and protocols.
• Actively participates in a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. Works closely with patient access team, medical assistants, nurses and physicians to achieve positive outcomes and optimal patient flow.
• Ensure safety of patients and non-radiology staff in and around the MRI scanner. Ensures that all regulatory compliance standards are met to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Participates in continuing education activities to maintain appropriate accreditation
• Perform daily quality assurance (QA) scans to ensure the system is in good working order. Check to ensure that routine PMs (Preventive Maintenance) are performed as scheduled. Routinely check the RF coils for damage/and report repairs as needed. Document all system errors and save raw image and raw data when necessary to help service personnel troubleshoot any problems with the systems.

Benefits

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• The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
• The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis.
• Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity.
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What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree