X-ray Technologist- Naperville

Dupage Medical Group • Naperville, IL

81d • $28 - $38

About The Position

The position involves operating radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (x-rays) of the body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by a Radiologist. The role requires the individual to perform various duties including positioning patients, explaining procedures, and ensuring radiation protection techniques are practiced. The position is full-time, requiring 40 hours per week with varied shifts from Monday to Friday, and rotating weekend coverage every 6th weekend. The work location is in Naperville across multiple locations.

Requirements

• Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six month to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be AART registered or eligible also IDNS licensed.
• CPR certification.
• 6 months - 2 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Positions patient on examining table and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum view of specific areas of body requested by physician.
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Moves x-ray equipment into specified positions and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors such as time and distance.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Obtain patient's pertinent history.
• Maintains crash cart.
• Maintain and stock inventory.
• Maintain OSHA regulations.
• Performs other projects and duties as related to department objective.
• Must be able to get along with others, to be a team player, to accept constructive criticism from your supervisor and be able to follow work rules.
• Report to lead technologist for work assignments.
• Will assist with film quality control. Required to work evening and holidays with responsibility for the operation of the department.
• Assists and relieve manager expediting the patient work flow through the department.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance and medical coverage at 100% (after deductible) when utilizing a Duly provider.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Social Impact.
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees