PRN Radiology Technologist (Pediatrics) - All shifts

The University of Chicago Medicine•Chicago, IL

26d

About The Position

As a Radiology Technologist, you will perform diagnostic imaging studies as assigned, apply principles of radiation protection, exercise professional judgment in the performance of imaging procedures, and provide necessary patient care during the course of imaging procedures.

Requirements

Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA approved school.
Certified by The American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT)
Licensed by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
Effective communication skills and excellent patient care skills required.
CPR certification

Responsibilities

Has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical and psychological needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients
Performs imaging duties as assigned.
Positions the patient being tested to insure that proper image capture is achieved.
Selects proper technical factors.
Utilizes computer to record patient status.
Functions proficiently with all technical equipment in diagnostic modality.
Assists physician in performing imaging studies.
Prepares contrast media for administration to patients and assists the physician.
Works independently in areas as assigned
Regards safety of patients as a priority in performing studies.
Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patients.
Handles patient in conformance with all established safety procedures.
Process films and patient records in conformance with all established operational procedures.
Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiate life support measures where appropriate.
Treats patients in a professional and courteous manner.
Instructs patient in exam procedures.
Is aware of and responsive to physical and psychological needs of patients under his/her care.
Maintains technical imaging equipment to be in proper working conditioned.
Reports malfunctioning equipment or housekeeping issues to appropriate person
Keeps equipment and work area clean and neat.
Maintains an adequate inventory of all necessary supplies.
Participates in continuing educational programs to maintain and upgrade technical skills.
Maintains availability to accept assignment within a 24 hour notification period.
Performs other duties as requested by senior management.