Radiology (X-ray) Technologist
About The Position
The Radiology Technologist serves a diverse patient population in a fast-paced, changing environment, performing X-rays for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency room patients. The role is based across Fox Valley Orthopedics locations in Geneva, Elgin, and Yorkville, Illinois, and requires willingness to travel among sites. This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, with varying workdays, including evenings and rotating Saturdays. The pay rate is $29.25–$35.50 per hour, from minimum to mid-point based on experience. The technologist performs quality X-ray examinations and obtains images for interpretation by a supervising radiologist. Candidates must pass a background check and pre-employment TB and drug testing. Any job offer is contingent on successful completion of those checks and obtaining active licensures required for the job.
Requirements
- Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other team members in a collaborative and professional manner.
- Willingness to travel among the Geneva, Elgin, and Yorkville, Illinois locations.
- Must pass a background check and pre-employment TB and drug testing.
- Must obtain active licensures required for the job.
Responsibilities
- Perform quality X-ray examinations and acquire images for interpretation by a supervising radiologist.
- Call in on-call staff when necessary.
- Perform safety evaluations of radiology equipment according to established policies and procedures to detect problems.
- Assess patients’ ability to comply with the physical requirements of examinations.
- Clearly communicate directions to patients to complete examinations and obtain optimal images.
- Attend and participate in department meetings.
- Participate in annual performance-improvement education.
- Manage and interact with patients and families across all age groups.
- Work independently or as part of a team to complete a variety of examinations in a fast-paced environment.
- Accurately screen and document patient history before contrast administration.
- Screen imaging orders for accuracy.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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