Diagnostic Radiology Tech — Sign-On & Relocation Bonus

Carle; Peoria, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health in central Illinois is hiring a Radiologic Technologist to perform routine and specialized diagnostic radiographic procedures for patients of all ages under the direction of a Radiologist.

The role emphasizes independent judgement, patient comfort, radiation safety, and mastery of imaging views; sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available for eligible candidates; comprehensive benefits with a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• ARRT-certified radiologic technologist with R credential.
• BLS certification within 30 days (AHA).
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Illinois IEMA.
• Certificate of Completion in Radiologic Technology.
• Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology.
• Related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiologic diagnostic procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of medical imaging.
• Exhibits competency and is the resource person to staff when performing radiographic procedures.
• Knowledgeable about views required for each exam enhancing image quality through the use of appropriate filters, collimation, markers and patient identification.
• Maintains quality care throughout the procedure, making patient as comfortable as possible, practicing radiation protection through shielding and collimation whenever possible.
• Proper care of the patient is efficient and expedient.
• Maintains expert working knowledge of equipment and resource person for troubleshooting.
• Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories to that room.
• Performs lab testing as appropriate.
• Promptly and accurately processes and prepares images and paper work to ensure timely turn around in providing a report.
• Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care assisting in patient transport to and from the department as required.
• Promptly and accurately enters patient information into HIS system and accurately completes all fields in the HIS Radiant and PACS.
• Maintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programs.
• Assumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively.
• Displays leadership skills in their daily process.
• Share knowledge, guides, and encourages participation from fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and procedures.
• Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment.
• Completes work within assigned shift using slow time to improve area appearance and accept additional assignments such as cassette cleaning, apron testing and film file duties.
• Provides input on the evaluation of staff.
• Participates in the Quality Improvement process.
• Leads in development of teamwork of staff to ensure efficient and appropriate patient care.
• Networks with other professionals regionally.
• Demonstrates ability to multitask to assist with workflow.
• Develops new processes utilizing creative ideas for a dynamic environment.
• Assists in achieving competencies.
• Maintains a current knowledge by keeping abreast of trends in new processes and procedures.
• Follows up on concerns/problems as needed.
• Displays a professional attitude in order to foster mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment.

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology

Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology

Job description

Carle Health in central Illinois is hiring a Radiologic Technologist to perform routine and specialized diagnostic radiographic procedures for patients of all ages under the direction of a Radiologist.

The role emphasizes independent judgement, patient comfort, radiation safety, and mastery of imaging views; sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available for eligible candidates; comprehensive benefits with a commitment to professional development.