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About The Position

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiography training program through an accredited school
• 3 years of Radiography experience
• Current registry by The American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT)
• Licensed by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
• CPR and BLS training required
• Effective communication skills and excellent patient care skills required
• Excellent leadership skills
• Handle high pressure, fast paced work environment

Responsibilities

• Maintains staffing levels for the area of assignment, ensures staff members are in place at the designated times prepared to work.
• Follows guidelines for staffing set forth by department protocol and works directly with manager to achieve.
• Works directly with technologists assigning work and ensures work is done in a timely manner with optimal quality achieved.
• Works directly with radiologist to make sure correct exam has been ordered and performed.
• Maintains supply levels and handles appropriate ordering when supply level drops.
• Ensures area is cleaned appropriately before and after each shift.
• Maintains a fair and balanced workflow for all team members.
• Performs general x-ray procedures selecting proper technical equipment settings and images in proper sequence according to set protocols established by the Department of Radiology.
• Evaluates the request for procedures and assesses the patient to determine the appropriate procedure protocol and method of application.
• Appropriately employs imaging systems, accessory devices, and patient positioning techniques to generate quality images.
• Cares for the patient throughout the procedure according to department and hospital standards of patient care and age-specific sensitivities.
• Participates in lifting and transporting patients to and from imaging devices.
• Evaluates the resultant images in comparison with industry standards and takes corrective action, if needed.
• Refers to appropriate reference materials for clarification when needed.
• Provides patient education prior to, during and subsequent to the procedure in order to reduce the patient’s anxiety and enhance his comfort zone with and tolerance of the procedure.
• Utilizes Radiology information systems in accordance with current guidelines and protocols.
• Documents imaging procedures manually and/or electronically to insure correct charging, and patient and film file tracking.

Benefits

• Eligible for up to a $20,000 sign-on bonus