Radiography Assistant - Patient Care & Imaging Support

Advocate Health Care; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to assist patients, prepare exam rooms, and operate radiology equipment. You will generate requisitions, check schedules, and coordinate between physicians, radiologists, and technologists.

The role requires BLS certification, a high school diploma or GED/HSED, and strong communication and organizational skills. No prior experience is required; training will be provided in imaging procedures and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification required upon hire.
• GED or equivalent education is acceptable; HS diploma required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work with technologists, physicians, and patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in exam prep and transport, and greet/coordinate with families.
• Operate radiology equipment, generate requisitions, check schedules, and obtain patient data.
• Maintain exam rooms, stock supplies, and ensure equipment readiness.
• Provide radiology reports or images as requested and manage film jackets/discs.
• Act as liaison between ordering physician, radiologist, and technologist.
• Document observations and communicate patient needs to the health care team.
• Ensure routine maintenance and quality checks on imaging equipment.

Skills

IV insertion

Venipuncture

Communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Radiology systems

Education

GED

HSED

High School Diploma

Tools

Radiology computer systems

Job description

Advocate Health Care is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to assist patients, prepare exam rooms, and operate radiology equipment. You will generate requisitions, check schedules, and coordinate between physicians, radiologists, and technologists.

The role requires BLS certification, a high school diploma or GED/HSED, and strong communication and organizational skills. No prior experience is required; training will be provided in imaging procedures and safety protocols.