Radiology Technologist - Outpatient Center

Advocate Aurora Health • Downers Grove, IL

98d • $28 - $42

About The Position

The position is for a part-time Radiologic Technologist at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, requiring 20 hours per week. The role involves rotating between various outpatient centers and requires obtaining ARRT certification within six months of employment. The schedule includes day shifts with rotating weekend coverage.

Requirements

• Maintains active IEMA License.
• Minimum experience as a Radiologic Technologist, new grad accepted.
• Knowledge of all areas of general diagnostic radiology.
• Understanding of positioning and technique factors as in Merrill's Directory.
• Able to perform all common radiologic procedures.
• ARRT Registry within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the performance and documentation of all diagnostic procedures utilizing proper technical parameters to produce quality studies.
• Positions patient, adjusts equipment, secures immobilization and support devices as needed to perform procedures.
• Identifies each patient correctly prior to an exam procedure being performed, using two forms of identification.
• Communicates effectively using AIDET with patients before, during and after exams to assure their comfort and cooperation.
• Responsible for database entry of appropriate exam charges, starting, completing and verifying each exam for appropriate interpretation by physician upon completion.
• Responsible for maintaining patient privacy while obtaining patient history and any pertinent continuing discussion.
• Adherence to proper handwashing technique at all times.
• Perform associated data center /clerical duties as needed.
• Must be knowledgeable in all aspects of the day-to-day operation and organization of the Department of Radiology.
• Adherence to all accepted safety standards and practices to ensure patient safety and quality patient care.
• Understand the operation, technique factors, and idiosyncrasies of function of commonly used radiographic systems in department.
• Maintains positive guest relations and telephone etiquette following departmental policies and procedures.
• Operates portable radiographic equipment and Carm effectively in patient room, intensive care, GI lab and surgery.
• Assists radiologists with fluoroscopic procedures to include the more advanced and specialty procedures requiring additional experience and knowledge.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree