Radiology Technologist - Per Diem

Advocate Health

8d • $29 - $43 • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist 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 requires proficiency in general diagnostic procedures and, where applicable at the home site, general fluoroscopy procedures, including GI and pain procedures. The technologist safely operates general radiography, portable, and applicable fluoroscopy equipment; follows infection prevention, isolation, sterile technique, Universal Precautions, and ALARA principles; and uses proper patient identification practices.

The technologist obtains and records pertinent patient history, explains procedures, supports patient comfort, reviews images for quality, labels radiographs according to department standards, and performs required RIS/HIS computer functions. The role also includes reporting equipment or environmental problems, maintaining and restocking supplies, and keeping equipment and the work area clean. Teamwork, professionalism, positive patient interactions, ongoing learning, attendance at in-services, and maintaining CPR recertification, state licensure, and national certification are expected.

This is a per-diem position with no benefits eligibility and zero scheduled hours per week. The technologist must be available to work at least one shift per pay period. Shifts may vary by location and department needs, including day, mid, night, and weekend coverage; flexibility across shifts is required. The position may involve call with an on-site arrival requirement within one hour.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• IEMA Accreditation in Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT (RT) certification or certificate eligibility; new graduates must obtain ARRT within one year of hire.
• 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.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays and rotating shifts any day of the week.
• Ability to take call and arrive on site within one hour.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; use patient-handling equipment and assistance for patient lifts over 35 pounds or when the patient cannot assist, when available.

Responsibilities

• Operate x-ray equipment to produce physician-ordered radiographs.
• Perform and document diagnostic procedures using appropriate technical parameters and maintain radiographic quality standards.
• Safely use and maneuver general radiography, portable, and applicable fluoroscopy equipment.
• Perform general diagnostic procedures and, where applicable, general fluoroscopy procedures, including GI and pain procedures.
• Follow infection prevention, isolation, sterile technique, Universal Precautions, and ALARA principles.
• Verify patient identity and ensure the correct exam is performed on the correct patient at the correct time.
• Obtain and record pertinent patient history, explain procedures, and support patient comfort.
• Review radiographs to ensure optimum quality and label images according to department criteria and standards.
• Report environmental or equipment problems to appropriate personnel.
• Perform required RIS/HIS computer functions.
• Maintain professionalism, teamwork, and collaboration with coworkers, physicians, and internal customers or departments.
• Provide positive, customer-first interactions with patients, families, caregivers, and visitors.
• Assess personal learning needs, seek opportunities to improve competency, and attend departmental in-services.
• Attend CPR classes and maintain current CPR certification, state licensure, and national board certification.
• Maintain adequate supplies, track inventory, identify supply and equipment needs, and restock the work area.
• Keep equipment and the work area clean.
• Work at least one shift per pay period and adapt to varying shifts, locations, patient volumes, and department needs.
• Work weekends and holidays, rotating shifts, and take call as required; arrive on site within one hour when called.

Benefits

• The posting describes Advocate Health's general Total Rewards offerings, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, employer-matched defined contribution retirement plans, financial wellness programs, and an Educational Assistance Program. Eligibility may depend on employment status; this position is identified as not benefits-eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree