Radiologic Technologist - Per Diem
About The Position
The Radiologic Technologist performs diagnostic procedures in one or more modalities, which may include General Radiography, CAT Scan, Pain Management, Fluoroscopy, OR procedures, DEXA, and Mammography. The role applies an understanding of growth and development to provide age-specific care and prepares, positions, and supports patients for diagnostic procedures. The technologist adjusts and operates imaging equipment to produce quality images as required by the Radiologist, including using mobile equipment for OR, ED, and bedside procedures. The position also involves transporting patients, assisting with their general care in the department, contributing to radiology student training, maintaining accurate patient records using PACS, preparing discs to route studies to other facilities, and greeting and directing patients and visitors. Other related responsibilities may be assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited program in radiological technology.
- Current American Registry of Radiologic Technology (AART) and IDNS (Illinois Department Nuclear Safety) licensure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills to meet certification, licensure, and performance standards in all assigned modalities.
- Demonstrated computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide age-specific treatment and care using an understanding of growth and development.
- Perform diagnostic procedures in one or more assigned modalities, including General Radiography, CAT Scan, Pain Management, Fluoroscopy, OR procedures, DEXA, and Mammography.
- Ensure patients are properly identified and prepared for diagnostic procedures.
- Position patients and use immobilization or support devices; adjust lead shielding.
- Adjust equipment and determine voltage, current, and exposure time to produce quality images as required by the Radiologist.
- Operate mobile equipment for OR, ED, and/or bedside procedures.
- Transport patients to and from the department and assist with their general care in the department.
- Participate in radiology student training by providing instruction, supervision, and/or evaluation.
- Use PACS to maintain accurate patient records and prepare discs to route studies to other facilities.
- Greet and direct patients and visitors and perform related clerical duties.
- Perform other roles and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
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