Radiology Technologist - $27-43 per hour

Advocate Aurora Health
Palos Heights, US
$27-$43 an hour
Full-time

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Palos Heights, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty : Radiology Technologist
  • Discipline : Allied Health Professional
  • Duration : Ongoing
  • 20 hours per week
  • Shift : days
  • Employment Type : Staff

Major Responsibilities :

  • Determination of appropriate radiological technique and position for patient using immobilization and support devices.
  • 1)Positions patient, adjusts equipment, secures and immobilizes support devices as needed to tactfully perform procedures.
  • 2)Determines appropriate radiographic technique based on anatomy and patients condition to obtain quality films for the radiologists.
  • 3)Secures history from patient regarding reason for prescribed test and records on appropriate form for the radiologist to review.
  • Operation of advanced and sophisticated radiology equipment.
  • 1)Assists radiologists with procedures to include the more advanced and specialty procedures (i.e., basic special procedures, QA assignments as assigned, etc.

requiring additional experience and knowledge.

  • Adherence to all accepted safety standards and practices to ensure patient safety and quality patient care.
  • 1)Uses universal precautions in daily performance of procedures.
  • 2)Maintains compliance with established safety standards to protect patients and staff at all time (i.e., appropriate patient shielding, etc.)
  • 3)Maintains exposure badge.
  • 4)Maintains supplies and cleanliness for assigned room on a daily basis.
  • 5)Administers CPR as necessary.
  • 6)Assures accuracy of examination performed and requisition.
  • 7)Familiar with MSDS information pertaining to chemicals used in the department.
  • 8)Performs clerical duties such as maintaining adequate patient records, daily statistics, answering telephones, scheduling examinations and giving instructions to patients for examination to provide smooth and continuous department services.
  • 9)Determines appropriate ICD 9 codes for completed procedures.
  • Coordination of quality control tasks.
  • 1)Checks film quality and ensure proper and correct labeling is provided.
  • 2)Coordinates the flow of patients into and out of the department in accordance with established departmental / center procedures.
  • 3)Performs quality control activities, responds to inquires, coordinates patient flow and communicates with Radiologists and other personnel to ensure exams are completed in a timely fashion.
  • 4)Prepares radiology rooms for procedures and equipment and supplies as required.
  • 5)Reports deficient inventory and linen to immediate supervisor.
  • 6)Labels radiology images according to department standards and criteria.
  • 7)Prepares contrast media as necessary following department standards and manufacturers recommendations.
  • 8)Performs daily sensitometry of processors; assists physicist and / or state inspector in performance of annual inspections.
  • Provision of instruction and orientation to new technologists to effectively participate in the assessment of their performance reviews.
  • 1)Provides direction and instruction to technologist in need of assistance with specific procedures.
  • 2)Participation in problem-solving issues addressing patients, department operations, quality assurance procedures, interdepartmental relationships and employee moral.
  • 3)Maintains positive patient relations and telephone etiquette following prescribed departmental policies and procedures.
  • 4)May be required to supervise Student Technologists assigned to the Center and provide input into the student’s performance to the Clinical Instructor.
  • 5)Maintains current ARRT certification, IDNS licensure and CPR certification.

Education / Experience Required :

Graduate from an accredited AMA School of Radiology. IDNS license. 1-3 years experience as a general radiographer.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :

  • Knowledge of Health Information System. Basic knowledge of radiology equipment.
  • Certified in radiology and registered by ARRT. CPR certification Licensed by IDNS.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

Able to make independent professional decisions pertaining to high quality patient care. High degree of technical skills Must be able to function with minimal assistance in performing job activities.

Ability to deal with extremely ill patients. Ability to lift and / or move patients. Ability to work under stressful conditions, in difficult situations.

May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases. Ability to work rotating shifts during Centers hours of operation.

If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06 / 01 / 2015.

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.

Unique patient lifting / movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.

Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R118644. Posted job title : Radiologic Technologist - Part Time Days

About Advocate Aurora Health

Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well.

To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you.

Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet® designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care.

Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion.

Benefits

  • Holiday Pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Pet insurance
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Discount program
  • 4 days ago
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