Radiology Technologist, PRN (12-hour Day Shift)

University of Chicago•Harvey, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ingalls Memorial Hospital is seeking a Radiology Technologist for the Radiology Department. Under the supervision of the Radiology Supervisor, the technologist gives work directions to assigned personnel and participates in providing radiology services to inpatients and outpatients of all ages at the Harvey, Calumet City, Flossmoor, and Tinley Park sites. The role participates in the ACR accreditation process and helps maintain ACR standards for XR, contributes applicable indicators to the Radiologic Services Quality Assurance Committee as scheduled, and participates in hospital-based TQM/CQI activities as requested. This is a 100% onsite position for someone based in the greater Chicagoland area. The technologist performs imaging procedures and supports patient comfort, safety, and privacy while following department protocols, quality standards, and applicable legal and safety requirements. The position is registry, 0.1 FTE, on the day shift.

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
Maintain certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Maintain active Radiography accreditation with the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety.
Registry-eligible applicants must provide proof of application for a temporary license (IEMA).
Successfully complete and maintain CPR.
Be based in the greater Chicagoland area and work onsite at the listed locations.

Responsibilities

Complete each patient order as prescribed and document procedures and tests on the chart, communicating with the appropriate person and following through to ensure orders are completed without documented errors.
Maintain attendance and punctuality according to hospital standards.
Provide courteous, positive, and supportive interactions with physicians, patients, families, and other personnel in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Ensure patient comfort and safety in the department and preserve patient dignity, privacy, and modesty in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Perform daily quality control on instrumentation according to department protocol and maintain records and documentation required for DNV inspections.
Follow radiation protection and safety practices for technologists and others in accordance with prescribed standards, except for US/MRI, and adhere to applicable safety procedures.
Make minor equipment adjustments when necessary and promptly report equipment requiring repair to the Manager or Lead Technologist.
Check examination quality and repeat examinations when necessary.
Explain procedures and protocols to patients and students when applicable, including providing explanations to patients and significant others within five minutes of entering the department.
Obtain a complete patient history from the patient and/or chart before performing procedures.
Perform imaging operations on assigned patients to obtain optimal examinations, following established procedures and physician prescriptions.
Maintain an orderly work area and assist other staff when work is completed.
Complete patient assignments on time and satisfactorily with minimal assistance; avoid overtime unless requested and approved by the supervisor.
Document unusual incidents and ensure work meets production and quality standards.
Introduce self to patients by name and title and ensure imaging is performed on the appropriate patient.
Monitor studies for proper and adequate labeling, marking, and history for all patient treatments.
Demonstrate knowledge of age-specific factors needed to perform duties safely and effectively, and maintain awareness of hazards and equipment use to prevent damage or injury.
Participate in in-service educational programs; attend relevant workshops, conferences, mandatory departmental and hospital in-services, and seminars to enhance leadership and technical skills.
Formulate written goals and objectives, review them annually with the director, and pursue learning experiences in identified growth areas, reviewing progress during the annual evaluation.
Participate in the ACR accreditation process, maintain ACR standards for XR, contribute to the Radiologic Services Quality Assurance Committee, and participate in hospital-based TQM/CQI activities as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.