Radiologic Technologist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate's Degree (Required)
• ARRT - Radiography (R) - (within 1 year of hire) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• BLS or CPR certification (within 90 days of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln
• IEMA - Illinois Emergency Management Agency - State of Illinois

Responsibilities

• Accurate image identification including documentation in patient records (Charts) of proper consents, orders, and screening forms.
• Determines portion of body to be imaged and properly positions the most suitable body position for the images.
• Follow proper policy and protocol for procedures as outlined in protocol guides, and hospital policy.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Maintains equipment by routine cleaning and operations checks.
• Performs exams by setting, adjusting, manipulating, and controlling department specific equipment.
• Positions patients and various body parts for radiologic exams. Uses proper collimation and patient shielding.
• Processes images to PACS system.
• Produces technically excellent images.
• Utilizes ALARA principles to reduce radiation exposure to staff members and patients.
• Utilizes Hospital Information System (HIS) to obtain patient information, verify orders, complete charges, and process studies.
• Utilizes proper safety techniques to scan patients and provide excellent quality imaging.