Radiologic Technologist
About The Position
This site operates 7 days a week with ICC - holiday and weekend rotation required. High Ortho volume -adult and Pediatrics. The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for determining the appropriate radiological technique and position for patients, operating radiology equipment appropriately, adhering to all accepted safety standards and practices to ensure patient safety and quality patient care, and coordinating quality control tasks. This role also involves performing clerical duties such as maintaining patient records, daily statistics, answering telephones, scheduling examinations, and providing instructions to patients. The technologist must be able to make independent professional decisions, possess a high degree of technical skills, and function with minimal assistance. They may be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases and must be able to work during site hours of operation. Additionally, at the Advocate Medical Group-Leroy site, the Radiology Tech also performs all lab assistant duties and is trained in Urine Drug and Breath Alcohol Testing according to Federal Standards.
Requirements
- IDNS license.
- Graduate from an accredited AMA School of Radiology
- Knowledge of Health Information System.
- Basic knowledge of radiology equipment.
- CPR certification
- Licensed by IDNS.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists registered (ARRT)
- Able to make independent professional decisions pertaining to high quality patient care.
- High degree of technical skills
- Must be able to function with minimal assistance in performing job activities.
- Ability to deal with extremely ill patients.
- Ability to lift and/or move patients.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions, in difficult situations.
- May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases.
- Ability to work during site hours of operation.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Nice To Haves
- Radiology Tech also performs all lab assistant duties and is trained by Federal Standards in Urine Drug and Breath Alcohol Testing.
Responsibilities
- Positions patient, adjusts equipment, secures and immobilizes support devices as needed to tactfully perform procedures.
- Determines appropriate radiographic technique based on anatomy and patients condition to obtain quality films for the radiologists.
- Secures history from patient regarding reason for prescribed test.
- Uses universal precautions in daily performance of procedures.
- Maintains compliance with established safety standards to protect patients and staff at all time (i.e., appropriate patient shielding, etc.)
- Maintains exposure badge.
- Maintains supplies and cleanliness for assigned room on a daily basis.
- Administers CPR as necessary.
- Assures accuracy of the examination performed and requisition.
- Familiar with MSDS information pertaining to chemicals used in the department.
- Performs clerical duties such as maintaining adequate patient records, daily statistics, answering telephones, scheduling examinations and giving instructions to patients for examination to provide smooth and continuous department services.
- Communicates with patient appropriately and provides excellent care.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Inventories supplies and maintains adequate stock.
- Labels radiology images according to department standards and criteria.
- Prepares contrast media as necessary following department standards and manufacturers recommendations.
- Performs daily sensitometry of processors; assists in performance of annual inspections.
- Checks film quality and ensures proper and correct labeling is provided.
- Performs quality control activities, responds to inquiries, coordinates patient flow and communicates with provider to ensure exams are completed in a timely fashion.
- Prepares radiology rooms daily.
- Coordinates the flow of patients into and out of the department in accordance with established departmental/center procedures.
- Performs orders management tracking functions.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
