Radiology Technologist

Radiology Technologist - $28-42 per hour at Advocate Aurora Health summary:
The Radiology Technologist operates x-ray and digital imaging equipment to produce radiographs and assist radiologists with specialized procedures. They ensure patient safety, quality imaging, and maintain equipment and supplies while adhering to radiation safety protocols and professional standards. This role requires certification, experience in radiologic technology, and involvement in continuous professional development.
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:

Radiology Technologist

• Discipline:

Allied Health Professional

• Duration:

Ongoing

• 40 hours per week

• Shift: evenings

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Employment Type:

Staff
$10,000 sign-on bonus!
Major Responsibilities:
Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician.
5)
Operates all components of the Digital Imaging System.
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Assists radiologists in performing mini-special procedures in the fluoroscopic suites.
7)
Performs radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients to expedite immediate care of critically ill patients.
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Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery as required.
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Operates all components including all locking devices on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and c-arms.
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Assists radiologists in performing fluoroscopic examinations.
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Performs radiographic examination in surgery as required.
B. Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positions patient utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to insure optimum film quality.
2)
Operates portable radiographic equipment and C-arm effectively in patient room, intensive care, and surgery.
2.Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety procedures.
3)
Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting exam.
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Prepare patients for exam. Obtains and records history, explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their comfort.
C. Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.
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Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality.
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Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel.
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Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems.
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Labels all radiographs appropriately following department’s established criteria and standards.
D. Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism, cooperation and positive interaction with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.
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Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for professional growth.
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Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures.
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Attends CPR classes to maintain re-certification.
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Maintains appropriate state license and national board certification.
E. Maintenance of supplies needed to ensure adequate level needed for quality patient care.
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Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area.
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Maintains inventory of supplies in work area. Identifies supplies and equipment needs for procedure, restocks work area as necessary.
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Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures.
F. Maintains environment that is safe based on age and developmental status.
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Complies with procedural standards in the care of children and adult population.
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Assists with proper positioning and restraining of children and elderly patients as necessary.
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Assists with patient/family participation in post procedural care for all age groups and provides resource information as directed.
4)
Reinforce appropriate psychosocial interventions based on age and developmental status.
5)
Reassured children and aging patients.
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Interacts with families as so determined by need of case.
Education/Experience

Required:

-Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
-Certificate with 10 years of experience or Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required:

-Good communication skills
-Basic understanding of R.I.S., and basic computer knowledge
-IEMA accreditation in medical radiation technology
-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) eligible with…