Radiology Technologist

NORTHSHORE HEALTH CENTERS•Portage, IN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist operates diagnostic imaging equipment and performs diagnostic imaging procedures to assist providers in treating and diagnosing patients. The technologist documents outcomes and presents imaging results to providers for interpretation. The role includes patient interaction, equipment operation and maintenance, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and administrative duties. Work is performed in an office environment, with frequent personal and telephone contact with patients, physicians, and other healthcare personnel. Work may be stressful, and interactions are constant and interruptive. Travel outside Northshore locations is rare. Duties may change at management’s discretion and include other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have reliable transportation.
Licensed Radiologic Technologist in the State of Indiana.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.
CPR certification.
Two years of experience working within a healthcare setting.
Associate’s degree in Radiography.
Ability to analyze situations and solve problems at strategic and tactical levels.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
Ability to understand the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and related administrative practices.
Organization and planning skills.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain composure and use emotional intelligence.
Ethical reasoning and decision-making skills.
Strong attention to detail; receptiveness and responsiveness to feedback.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Time management, prioritization, and sense of urgency.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods, work shifts longer than eight hours, and work day, evening, and weekend shifts.
Ability to perform tasks involving hand dexterity and reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, and hearing; occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Radiography.

Responsibilities

Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation.
Record relevant medical history.
Position X-ray equipment and adjust controls and exposure factors using radiographic techniques and protocols.
Use radiation protection techniques, including beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding.
Follow prescribed safety standards when operating required equipment.
Select radiation exposure length and intensity by adjusting equipment for each patient.
Examine digital radiographic images for image quality.
Ensure equipment is in proper working order; maintain X-ray rooms and work areas; order and stock supplies; and clean and maintain X-ray equipment.
Perform required quality assurance testing to comply with state requirements and regulations.
Comply with applicable regulations and organizational policies, including NorthShore Health Centers policies and procedures, Indiana State Department of Health regulations, OSHA requirements, universal precautions, and the Exposure Control Plan.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Process routine paperwork and prepare reports and data required by the state.
Assist with departmental Quality Assurance reporting.
Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
Attend in-services, meetings, and mandatory training as required.
Carry out other specifically assigned tasks requiring similar or lesser skills and abilities, including continuing or occasional tasks.