Radiology Technologist, PRN (12-hour Day Shift)

UChicago Medicine•Harvey, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Ingalls Memorial Hospital is hiring a Radiology Technologist in the Radiology Department. Under the supervision of the Radiology Supervisor, the technologist participates in providing radiology services to inpatients and outpatients of all ages at CHHD sites in Harvey, Calumet City, Flossmoor, and Tinley Park, and gives work directions to assigned personnel. The role participates in the ACR accreditation process and maintains ACR standards for XR, contributes to the Radiologic Services Quality Assurance Committee by submitting applicable indicators as scheduled, and participates in hospital-based TQM/CQI activities as requested. This is a 100% onsite position requiring the technologist to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. The position is listed as Registry, 0.1 FTE, on the day shift in Radiology – General Procedures. The technologist performs and documents imaging procedures, verifies orders and patient information, obtains patient histories, explains procedures and protocols, and monitors examination quality and labeling. The role also maintains equipment quality control and records, follows radiation protection and other safety practices, supports patient comfort and privacy, and participates in required education and professional development activities.

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
Maintain certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Retain active Radiography accreditation with the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety; registry-eligible applicants must provide proof of application for a temporary IEMA license.
Successfully complete and maintain CPR.
Be based in the greater Chicagoland area and work onsite.

Responsibilities

Complete each patient order as ordered and ensure procedures are performed on the appropriate patient according to established procedures and physician direction.
Perform imaging operations on assigned patients to obtain optimum examinations; check examination quality and repeat images when necessary.
Obtain a complete history from the patient and/or chart before implementing procedures.
Explain procedures and protocols to patients, significant others, and students when applicable, including within five minutes of a patient's arrival in the department for exams.
Document tests and procedures on the chart, communicate them to the appropriate person, and follow through to ensure orders are completed without documented errors.
Monitor studies for proper and adequate labeling, marking, and history for patient treatments.
Perform daily quality control on instrumentation according to department protocol; make minor equipment adjustments when necessary and promptly report equipment needing repair to the Manager or Lead Technologist.
Maintain records and documentation required for DNV inspections and properly document unusual incidents.
Ensure radiation protection and safety practices for technologists and others, except US/MRI, and follow prescribed safety procedures, legal requirements, and department regulations.
Ensure patient comfort and safety, preserve patient dignity, privacy, and modesty, and follow HIPAA guidelines.
Maintain an orderly work area and assist other staff when work is completed.
Give work directions to assigned personnel and participate in radiology services for inpatients and outpatients at CHHD sites.
Participate in the ACR accreditation process, maintain ACR standards for XR, participate in the Radiologic Services Quality Assurance Committee, and submit applicable indicators as scheduled.
Participate in hospital-based TQM/CQI activities as requested.
Maintain attendance and punctuality according to hospital standards and complete assignments timely with minimal assistance; work overtime only when requested and approved by a supervisor.
Demonstrate a positive, courteous, supportive, patient, and tactful manner with patients, families, physicians, and other personnel.
Observe confidentiality of department information and demonstrate knowledge of age-specific factors necessary to perform duties safely and effectively.
Participate in in-service educational programs, attend mandatory departmental and hospital in-services, and attend relevant workshops, conferences, and seminars as available.
Formulate written goals and objectives and review them annually with the director; pursue learning experiences in identified growth areas and review progress during annual evaluation.
Perform other duties as assigned.