Radiology Technologist - $27-43 per hour
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Harwood Heights
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a
job in Harwood Heights, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Radiology Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- 20 hours per week
- Shift: flexible
- Employment Type: Staff
Major Responsibilities:
- Maintains competencies in multiple skill sets.
- --------1)May perform as a Charge role with the ability to
supervise others efficiently and effectively run department
workflow during assigned shift
- --------2)Function as preceptor for new hires as well as
radiology students. Able to train others independently in multiple
settings of the department. i.e. diagnostic x-ray and
fluoroscopy
- --------3)Operation of advanced digital and computed
radiographic equipment including Portables, C-arms, O-arms, and
Fluoroscopy units in multiple settings.
- --------4)Assists Radiologists with fluoroscopic procedures
including advanced exams such as GI procedures and mini special
exams. Prepares radiographic/fluoroscopic rooms for procedures.
Maintains equipment and supplies for Fluoroscopy case load. Able to
schedule mini specials exams i.e.: myelograms, cystograms,
etc.
- --------5)Ability to troubleshoot diagnostic/fluoroscopic CR
and DR equipment; Identify and escalate issues and submit service
requests
- --------6)Operates portable radiographic equipment and
fluoroscopic C-arms in the OR and intensive care units (MICU, SICU,
PICU)
- --------7)Operates the O-arm independently
- --------8)Can demonstrate competence in two of the following
advanced training procedures: OR19 (Hybrid Room), Stealth
Navigation, Dexa-training and certification required, EOS -training
and proficiency required, and Pediatric specialized exams such as
intussusception and VCUGs. *Exception: Dedicated overnight and
pediatric team members must maintain competency in one of the
mentioned procedures.
- --------9)Participates in process or quality improvement
projects, including: Outpatient Engagement initiatives, Throughput
and ED Turnaround Time, High Reliability unit and safety focused
initiatives, and other projects aimed at improving workflow, staff
education, or department processes.
- Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated
portions of the body as specified by a physician.
- --------1)Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient
care areas and in surgery as required.
- --------2)Operates all components including all locking devices
on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and c-arms.
- --------3)Performs radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma
patients to expedite immediate care of critically ill
patients.
- Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positions
patient utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to insure
optimum film quality.
- --------1)Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting
exam.
- --------2)Prepare patients for exam. Obtains and records
history, explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their
comfort.
- --------3)Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation
safety procedures.
- Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.
- --------1)Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality.
- --------2)Reports environmental/equipment problems to
appropriate resource personnel.
- --------3)Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS
systems.
- --------4)Labels all radiographs appropriately following
department's established criteria and standards.
- Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism,
cooperation and positive interaction with co-workers, physicians,
patients and families.
- --------1)Participates in assessment of own learning needs and
actively seeks opportunity for professional growth.
- --------2)Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current
departmental and technical procedures.
- --------3)Attends CPR classes to maintain
re-certification.
- --------4)Maintains appropriate state license and national
board certification.
- Maintenance of supplies needed to ensure adequate level needed
for quality patient care.
- --------1)Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area.
- --------2)Maintains inventory of supplies in work area.
Identifies supplies and equipment needs for procedure, restocks
work area as necessary.
- --------3)Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of
procedures.
- Maintains environment that is safe based on age and
developmental status.
- --------1)Complies with procedural standards in the care of
children and adult population.
- --------2)Assists with proper positioning and restraining of
children and elderly patients as necessary.
- --------3)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.
- --------6)Interacts with families as so determined by need of
case.Education/Experience Required:
- -Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology
-Certificate or Assoc. Degree in Radiology Technology -Previous
experience 3 years as a radiographer or -1 years experience at ALGH
as a radiographerKnowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- -Good communication skills -Good understanding of R.I.S.,
working knowledge of Digital Imaging System, and basic computer
skills. -Good understanding of more advanced radiographic
procedures. -Able to serve as a resource to other associates.
- ARRT Registered or registry eligible IDNS Licensed Current CPR
CertificationPhysicial Requirements and Working Conditions:
- -Ability to work weekends, holidays and emergency call back in
order to accommodate staffing needs. -May be exposed to radiation
during procedures. -May be required to sit or stand for long
periods of time, or be required to lift and move patients -May be
exposed to hazardous materials, infectious disease and required to
participate in annual emergency drills. -Required to maintain
current CPR certification.
- 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 #R33943. Posted
job title: Radiographer WeekendsAbout 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
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