Radiology Technologist - $27-43 per hour
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Worth
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a
job in Worth, 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 DaysAbout Advocate
Aurora HealthAdvocate 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
Keywords: Advocate Aurora Health, Elgin , Radiology Technologist - $27-43 per hour, Healthcare , Worth, Illinois
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