Radiology Technologist - Cath Lab
Humboldt Park Health•Chicago, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
Humboldt Park Health is a community-based hospital dedicated to serving its community through various programs for the uninsured, chronic condition management, health education, and outreach for the elderly. Established in 1894, it is a 200-bed acute care facility providing patient-centered, quality healthcare. The hospital is committed to supporting its employees with meaningful benefits, retirement planning, and opportunities for growth and development in a compassionate, team-oriented environment.
Requirements
- 1 or more years of experience
- Associate's Degree or equivalent
- Current licensure to operate radiologic/x-ray equipment in the State of Illinois
- CPR Certification
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists registration
- IEMA Certification
Responsibilities
- Performs routine and emergent radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, utilizing proper procedure and protocols.
- Demonstrates anatomy knowledge through proper patient positioning, technique selection, application of radiation protection and immobilization devices according to the department policy and procedure.
- Checks exam requisition request for special instructions from requesting physician and consults with radiologist as necessary.
- Greets patients, confirming their identification and introducing self.
- Confirms procedure site and referring physician orders with patient and explains examination procedure to patient and family, if present.
- Adheres to guidelines related to patient satisfaction.
- Models professional behavior and follows guidelines established to ensure customer loyalty and satisfaction with imaging services.
- Updates appropriate patient history, including completion of screening and consent forms as required and records unusual conditions/limitations on request.
- Documents examination time, room number and technical factors and enters into hospital information systems.
- Ensures facility and patient identification are imprinted on digital images.
- Enters accurate and prompt posting of procedure charges into hospital information systems according to department policy and procedures.
- Plans and organizes daily work assignments.
- Insures that the highest quality of radiographs are obtained and presented for interpretation.
- Follows policies and procedures related to radiation safety for both self and patients.
- Reports any unsafe situation to management in a timely manner.
- Wears radiation monitoring and safety equipment as required.
- Performs visual preventative safety inspections, completes tube warm-up procedures for all equipment as assigned.
- Reports quality control activities, dangerous conditions and/or equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
- Maintains necessary supply of inventory for assigned room or workstation, rotating stock in orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items.
- Keeps work area clean and prepared with necessary supplies.
- Participates in and supports the NAH Risk Management Program.
- Transports and operates portable radiographic equipment to acute care areas and surgery.
- Insures the safe operation of equipment in the presence of other NAH employees and patients.
- May assist in the transport of patients to and from patient care areas such as ER, ICU, and nursing units.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
- Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases with years of service
- Education reimbursement, subject to eligibility
- Employee wellness programs
- Additional voluntary benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
