Radiologic Technologist I - Operations Department

Advocate Health•Rockmart, GA

7d•$29 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist I performs and assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. The role documents patient history relevant to procedures, verifies patient identity, prepares and administers contrast media as needed, and consults with radiologists and other physicians when necessary. The technologist selects and operates equipment appropriate to each procedure, demonstrates proper anatomic positioning, and maintains records according to departmental standards. This full-time position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., for 40 hours per week. The listed pay range is $28.55 to $42.85. The role requires strenuous physical effort when assisting patients and operating radiographic equipment, along with communication skills for interacting with patients and hospital staff.

Requirements

Graduate from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by ARRT in Radiologic Technology.
Be registry eligible and complete registry within one year of hire.
BLS certification is required.
Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles and skills appropriate to the ages, cultures, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
Have good oral and written communication skills to interact with patients and hospital staff.
Be able to assist patients from wheelchairs and stretchers and handle equipment and monitoring supplies.
Be able to frequently stretch, bend, twist, squat, or kneel while operating radiographic equipment.
Be able to use hands for power gripping, speed work, and precision manipulation of radiographic equipment.
Have vision and hearing for distances of up to 10 feet.
Be able to work in conditions that may involve walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, proximity to moving equipment, and changes in temperature and humidity.

Responsibilities

Perform and assist with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
Document patient history pertaining to the specific procedure on the physician-submitted requisition.
Confirm patient identity through verbal confirmation and validation of proof of identity.
Prepare and administer contrast media as required.
Consult with radiologists and other physicians as necessary.
Select and operate equipment as required by each procedure and demonstrate correct anatomic positioning.
Maintain records in accordance with departmental standards.