Radiology Technologist (RT)- Outpatient

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist performs outpatient radiology procedures, selecting appropriate techniques and positioning patients to obtain quality images for radiologists. The role operates radiology equipment, obtains relevant patient history, and follows safety practices to protect patients and staff. The technologist also performs patient-care and administrative duties, maintains supplies and radiology rooms, coordinates patient flow, and completes quality-control activities. The position works as the only RT on site and may perform other related duties as assigned. The posting also includes an addendum for Advocate Medical Group-Leroy: the Radiology Tech performs lab assistant duties and is trained in urine drug and breath alcohol testing in accordance with federal standards.

Requirements

IDNS license.
Graduate of an accredited AMA School of Radiology.
Knowledge of the Health Information System.
Basic knowledge of radiology equipment.
CPR certification.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration.
Ability to make independent professional decisions pertaining to high-quality patient care.
High degree of technical skills and ability to perform job activities with minimal assistance.
Ability to deal with extremely ill patients and to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations.
Ability to lift and/or move patients; able to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts over 35 pounds, or when a patient cannot assist, patient-handling equipment is expected to be used with at least one other associate when available.
Ability to work during site hours of operation.
May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases.

Responsibilities

Select appropriate radiographic techniques and position patients using immobilization and support devices.
Operate radiology equipment and adjust it appropriately for procedures.
Obtain patient history about the reason for the prescribed test.
Follow accepted safety standards and universal precautions, including appropriate patient shielding, and maintain an exposure badge.
Maintain supplies and cleanliness in the assigned room; prepare radiology rooms daily.
Administer CPR as necessary.
Verify the accuracy of examinations and requisitions.
Maintain adequate patient records and daily statistics; answer telephones, schedule examinations, and provide examination instructions to patients.
Communicate appropriately with patients and provide excellent care.
Inventory supplies and maintain adequate stock.
Label radiology images according to department standards and criteria; check film quality and proper labeling.
Prepare contrast media as needed in accordance with department standards and manufacturers’ recommendations.
Perform daily processor sensitometry and assist with annual inspections.
Perform quality-control activities, respond to inquiries, coordinate patient flow, and communicate with providers so examinations are completed in a timely manner.
Coordinate patient flow into and out of the department according to established procedures.
Perform orders-management tracking functions.
For the Advocate Medical Group-Leroy addendum, perform lab assistant duties and urine drug and breath alcohol testing after training.
Perform other related duties as assigned.