Radiologic Technolgist

Advocate Health; Hoffman Estates (IL); Sur place; USD 37 000 - 55 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

Résumé du poste

Advocate Health is seeking a part-time Radiology Technician to join our Hoffman Estates radiology team. The role involves selecting proper radiologic techniques, positioning patients, and ensuring safety and quality control.

You will assist with clerical duties and patient instructions to support smooth department operations. The ideal candidate has an IDNS license, ARRT registration, CPR certification, and familiarity with radiology equipment.

Qualifications

• Licensed radiology technician (IDNS) graduate.
• ARRT registration preferred.
• CPR certification required.

Responsabilités

• Determine radiologic technique and position for patient using immobilization and support devices.
• Adhere to safety standards to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Coordinate quality control tasks and maintain room readiness.
• Maintain patient records and schedules; provide clear exam instructions.

Connaissances

Patient care

Safety standards

Ortho experience preferred

Formation

IDNS license

Description du poste

Department:

05500 AMG Hoffman Estates 4847 Hoffman Blvd - Radiology

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

20

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Site is open Monday-Friday 8-6pm, Sat & Sun 8-4pm, and holidays with ICC.

Site has busy Adult and Pediatric Ortho practice & Immediate Care. Ortho experience preferred.

Pay Range:

$26.55 - $39.85

Major Responsibilities:

• Determination of appropriate radiological technique and position for patient using immobilization and support devices. Operates radiology equipment appropriately.
  • 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.
• 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)Communicates with patient appropriately and provides excellent care.
  • 10)Performs other duties as assigned.
• Coordination of quality control tasks.
  • 1)Inventories supplies and maintains adequate stock.
  • 2)Labels radiology images according to department standards and criteria.
  • 3)Prepares contrast media as necessary following department standards and manufacturers recommendations.
  • 4)Performs daily sensitometry of processors; assists in performance of annual inspections.
  • 5)Checks film quality and ensures proper and correct labeling is provided.
  • 6)Performs quality control activities, responds to inquires, coordinates patient flow and communicates with provider to ensure exams are completed in a timely fashion.
  • 7)Prepares radiology rooms daily.
  • 8)Coordinates the flow of patients into and out of the department in accordance with established departmental/center procedures.
  • 9)Performs orders management tracking functions.

Education/Experience Required:

• IDNS license. Graduate from an accredited AMA School of Radiology

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of Health Information System. Basic knowledge of radiology equipment.
• CPR certification Licensed by IDNS. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists registered (ARRT)

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 during site 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.

Addendum:

Advocate Medical Group-Leroy: Radiology Tech also performs all lab assistant duties and is trained by Federal Standards in Urine Drug and Breath Alcohol Testing.

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.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

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, andShort- 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.