Radiology Tech

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$38.00/hr - $38.00/hr

• Operates a variety of digital stationary and mobile digital equipment (GE Rad Revolution, GE Precision 500, Samsung DR Workstation, Samsung DR Portable, OEC 9900 C-ARM, Medtronic O-Arm, etc.) in order to produce quality radiographs.
• Performs routine radiographic examinations in accordance with established standards and techniques.
• Performs special procedures in the department and in the Operating Room as directed.
• Determines position of patient and exposure time for best possible results on all radiographs.
• Records type, number of radiographs in a series and exposure time on the requisition to provide accurate technical data.
• Ensures proper identification of all radiographs as required for medical legal standards.
• Assists other technologists when necessary. Properly uses radiation protection and shielding material to ensure maintenance of federal and state guidelines. Instructs other technologists when requested to maintain high standard of performance.
• Enters exams performed.
• Enters orders in Cerner Electronic Medical Record for all exams performed.
• Checks all orders for accuracy and directions.
• Recognizes and reports adverse signs to physicians.
• Maintains an awareness of patient’s physical and emotional condition and recognizes and reports adverse signs to physicians or supervisory personnel.
• Keeps work area neat and orderly and maintains inventory of supplies in area assigned.
• Reports equipment malfunction.
• Remains abreast of new developments in the field of radiology and participates in professional organizations.
• Informs Manager of Radiology or Lead Radiology Technologist of equipment malfunction or need for adjustment to ensure properly functioning equipment.
• Checks for appropriate information in the Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and makes sure those images are sent to PACS, STATRAD, and EXA.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma required. Satisfactory completion of an American Medical Association Council on Medical Education approved School of Radiologic Technology required. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology. Licensed by the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety required. BLS/CPR Certified.
• 3+ years experience.
• Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery and General Surgery experience.

• Extreme accuracy and care is needed to determine exposure time and correct positioning of the patient.

• Ability to deal effectively with patients, physicians, hospital personnel, and co-workers. Ability to effectively position patients for the best results and to adapt techniques for each patient.
• Extreme accuracy and care is needed to determine exposure time and correct positioning.
• Must be able to work cooperatively with others and also be able to work under pressure t be able to remain alert to technical developments and be willing to adapt to them.

• Paid Sick Time - effective 90 days after employment
• Paid Vacation Time - effective 90 days after employment
• Health, vision & dental benefits - eligible at 30 days, following the 1st of the following month
• Short and long-term disability and basic life insurance - after 30 days of employment

Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care