Radiology Technologist II

Advocate Health

4d • $31 - $46 • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist II operates x-ray equipment to produce physician-ordered radiographs and is accountable for performing and documenting diagnostic procedures using appropriate technical parameters to produce quality studies. The role performs general diagnostic, fluoroscopy, GI, Pain, Urology, C-arm, and O-arm procedures, and uses general radiography, portable, fluoroscopy, C-arm, and O-arm equipment safely and proficiently.

The technologist supports safe, high-quality patient care by following infection prevention, isolation, sterile technique, Universal Precautions, and ALARA principles. Responsibilities include confirming patient identity, obtaining and recording relevant patient history, explaining procedures, supporting patient comfort, reviewing radiographs for quality, labeling images, and completing required RIS/HIS computer functions. The position also involves maintaining equipment, supplies, inventory, and a clean work area; reporting equipment or environmental problems; collaborating professionally with colleagues and care teams; and pursuing ongoing competency and training.

This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week. The schedule includes required weekend work, assigned call shifts, holiday rotation, and rotation to offsite locations in Crystal Lake and/or Lake Zurich. The technologist must be able to take call and arrive onsite within one hour.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• IEMA Accreditation in Radiologic Technology.
• Current ARRT (RT) certification.
• At least 1 year of experience and proficiency in general diagnostic, general fluoroscopy, GI, Pain, Urology, C-arm, and O-arm procedures.
• Good communication skills.
• Understanding of RIS and PACS.
• Ability to work under stressful situations.
• Ability to handle patient information confidentially.
• Ability to adapt to fluctuations in patient volumes to meet patient-care and department needs.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays and rotating shifts any day of the week.
• Ability to take call and arrive onsite within one hour.
• Maintain current CPR certification.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; use patient-handling equipment with at least one other associate when available for patient lifts over 35 pounds or when the patient cannot assist.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods and to lift and move patients.

Responsibilities

• Operate x-ray equipment to produce physician-ordered radiographs.
• Perform and document diagnostic procedures using appropriate technical parameters to produce quality studies.
• Safely use and maneuver general radiography, portable, fluoroscopy, C-arm, and O-arm equipment.
• Perform general diagnostic, general fluoroscopy, GI, Pain, Urology, C-arm, and O-arm procedures.
• Follow infection prevention, isolation, sterile technique, Universal Precautions, and ALARA principles.
• Verify patient identity, obtain and record pertinent history, explain procedures, and help ensure patient comfort.
• Review radiographs for optimum quality and follow department standards for radiographic quality.
• Report environmental or equipment problems to appropriate personnel.
• Complete required RIS/HIS computer functions and label radiographs according to department criteria and standards.
• Maintain professional, collaborative interactions with coworkers, physicians, internal customers, patients, families, caregivers, and visitors.
• Assess learning needs, seek opportunities to improve competency, attend in-services, and maintain CPR recertification.
• Maintain appropriate state licensure and national board certification.
• Maintain adequate supplies and inventory, identify supply and equipment needs, and restock the work area.
• Keep equipment and the work area clean.
• Work required weekends and holidays, take assigned call shifts, and rotate to offsite locations in Crystal Lake and/or Lake Zurich.
• Arrive onsite within one hour when called.

Benefits

• Eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Potential premium pay for shift and on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, and annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree