Radiographer

Hugh Chatham Health; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Retirement plans

On-site wellness

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist to operate x-ray equipment, assist radiologists, and perform fluoroscopic and surgical radiographs. This full-time role at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital requires attention to patient safety, accurate imaging, and adherence to department standards.

The position requires an accredited Radiology Technology program graduate, ARRT licensure or eligibility, CPR certification, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills required.
• Basic understanding of RIS/HIS systems and computer knowledge.
• ARRT Registered or registry eligible; IDNS Licensed; CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs as directed by physician.
• Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery.
• Assists radiologists in fluoroscopic examinations and in surgery.
• Performs radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients as needed.
• Maintains imaging quality and adheres to safety standards.

Skills

Good communication skills

Basic computer knowledge

ARRT Registered or registry eligible

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology

Certificate or Assoc. Degree in Radiology Technology

Previous experience is desirable

Tools

RIS/HIS systems

Job description

Department

36304 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Radiology: Yacktman

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Full- time Monday - Friday 9am-5:30pm, Holiday rotation and On-Call

Pay Range

$28.55 - $42.85

Major Responsibilities:

• Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician.
• Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery as required.
• Operates all components including all locking devices on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and c-arms.
• Assists radiologists in performing fluoroscopic examinations.
• Performs radiographic examination in surgery as required.
• Operates all components of the Digital Imaging System.
• Assists radiologists in performing mini-special procedures in the fluoroscopic suites.
• 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.
• Prepare patients for exam. Obtains and records history, explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their comfort.
• Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety procedures.
• Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting exam. Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.
• Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality.
• Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel.
• Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems.
• 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.
• Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for professional growth.
• Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures.
• Attends CPR classes to maintain re-certification.
• Maintains appropriate state license and national board certification.
• Maintenance of supplies needed to ensure adequate level needed for quality patient care.
• Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area.
• Maintains inventory of supplies in work area.
• Identifies supplies and equipment needs for procedure, restocks work area as necessary.
• Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures.
• Maintains environment that is safe based on age and developmental status.
• Complies with procedural standards in the care of children and adult population.
• Assists with proper positioning and restraining of children and elderly patients as necessary.
• Assists with patient/family participation in post procedural care for all age groups and provides resource information as directed.
• Reinforce appropriate psychosocial interventions based on age and developmental status.
• Reassured children and aging patients.
• 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 is desirable

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Good communication skills
• Basic understanding of R.I.S., and basic computer knowledge ARRT Registered or registry eligible IDNS Licensed Current CPR Certification

Physical 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.

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.