Radiology Technologist

American Addiction Centers•Chicago, IL

5d•$29 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position for a Radiology Technologist at Advocate Trinity Hospital. The role involves operating various radiographic equipment, ensuring quality and safety in all procedures, and providing excellent customer service to patients and colleagues. The technologist will also participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives and contribute to people growth through continuous learning and development.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology School.
ARRT Registry eligible
I.D.N.S. License (current)
Ability to lift and/or move patients.
Ability to work under stressful conditions & in difficult situations.
Ability to work rotating shifts any day of the week.
Ability to stand, bend and /or stoop for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

May be exposed to radiation; hazardous materials & life threatening diseases.
For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.
Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

Accountable for the production of quality radiographs.
Demonstrates the appropriate operation of all radiographic equipment including fluoroscopy units, portable units, surgical units, as well as general radiography units.
Demonstrates safety in all areas, electrical, environmental, radiation, etc.
Ensures all appropriate information is present before radiographs are performed.
Completes all data entries in the radiology and hospital information system.
Participates in efforts to monitor and improve departmental CQI indicators.
Submits ideas for improving quality in your department.
Serves as a patient advocate to ensure that patients and customers needs are met in a timely and efficient manner.
Provides education to all patients before, during, and after exams.
Maintains a positive relationship with all customers i.e. patients, other departments, physicians and fellow associates.
Reviews patient satisfaction data and participates in improving areas of concern.
Utilizes appropriate resources to resolve patient issues.
Address and resolve customer complaints.
Ensure on-time completion of your performance pathway.
Participates quarterly in the TNT associate satisfaction survey.
Submit ideas each year for improving customer satisfaction.
Assess own learning needs, seeks appropriate training and development.
Sets own learning goals.
Development of a learning plan and documenting your progress on a learning log.
Maintains a program to complete required training hours per quarter.
Submits Dynamite ideas to your leader.
Participates in hospitalwide or departmental DIG each year.
Implement Just-Do-It initiatives in your department during the year.
Participates in hospitalwide TNT-related activities.
Participates in departmental recognition and socialization activities.
Attends all departmental staff meetings.
Participates in efforts to improve productivity in your department.
Submits ideas for improving productivity in your department.
Participates in efforts to contain costs or generate revenue in your department.
Submits ideas for reducing expenses or adding revenue.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
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