Radiologic Technologist

Insight Health Systems; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,460 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time

Paid Vacation Time

Health, vision & dental benefits

Short and long-term disability

Basic life insurance

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chicago is seeking a Radiology Tech to perform routine and special radiographic procedures. The role demands accuracy in patient positioning and exposure time determination. Candidates must have a high school diploma, complete an accredited radiology program, and be licensed in Illinois. The position offers competitive pay and benefits including sick and vacation time, health insurance, and disability coverage. Join us to provide compassionate and expert care to our community!

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• Ability to handle accurate exposure time and patient positioning.
• BLS/CPR Certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine radiographic examinations.
• Enter orders in Cerner Electronic Medical Record.
• Maintain a neat work area and manage inventory.

Skills

Extreme accuracy

Patient interaction

Tech adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Completion of Radiologic Technology School

Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technology

Licensed by Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety

Job description

Insight Health Systems provided pay range

This range is provided by Insight Health Systems. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$33.00/hr - $38.00/hr

WE ARE INSIGHT

At Insight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago, we believe there is a better way to provide quality healthcare while achieving health equity. Our Chicago location looks forward to working closely with our neighbors and residents, to build a full-service community hospital in the Bronzeville area of Chicago; creating a comprehensive plan to increase services and meet community needs. With a growing team that is dedicated to delivering world‑class service to everyone we meet, it is our mission to deliver the most compassionate, loving, expert, and impactful care in the world to our patients. Be a part of the Insight Chicago team that provides PATIENT CARE SECOND TO NONE! If you would like to be a part of our future team, please apply now!

General Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Manager, Radiology, the Radiology Tech performs professional duties in areas, sections, or department as assigned. Performs routine radiographic procedures and a variety of technical procedures requiring special handling; applied prescribed radiation for radiologic diagnosis, radiographic procedures, and radiographic special procedures on individuals ranging in age from infancy to geriatrics. These duties are to be performed in a highly confidential manner, in accordance with the mission, values and behaviors of Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Employees are further expected to provide a high quality of care, service, and kindness toward all patients, staff, physicians, volunteers and guests.

Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs routine radiographic examinations in accordance with established standards and techniques.
• Performs special procedures in the department and in the Operating Room as directed.
• Determines position of patient and exposure time for best possible results on all radiographs.
• Records type, number of radiographs in a series and exposure time on the requisition to provide accurate technical data.

• Enters orders in Cerner Electronic Medical Record for all exams performed.
• Checks all orders for accuracy and directions.
• Recognizes and reports adverse signs to physicians.
• Maintains an awareness of patient’s physical and emotional condition and recognizes and reports adverse signs to physicians or supervisory personnel.
• Keeps work area neat and orderly and maintains inventory of supplies in area assigned.
• Reports equipment malfunction.
• Remains abreast of new developments in the field of radiology and participates in professional organizations.
• Informs Manager of Radiology or Lead Radiology Technologist of equipment malfunction or need for adjustment to ensure properly functioning equipment.
• Checks for appropriate information in the Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and makes sure those images are sent to PACS, STATRAD, and EXA.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge: High School Diploma required. Satisfactory completion of an American Medical Association Council on Medical Education approved School of Radiologic Technology required. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology. Licensed by the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety required. BLS/CPR Certified.

Skills: Extreme accuracy and care is needed to determine exposure time and correct positioning of the patient.

Abilities: Ability to deal effectively with patients, physicians, hospital personnel, and co-workers. Ability to effectively position patients for the best results and to adapt techniques for each patient. Extreme accuracy and care is needed to determine exposure time and correct positioning. Must be able to work cooperatively with others and also be able to work under pressure at times. Must be able to remain alert to technical developments and be willing to adapt to them.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Time - effective 90 days after employment
• Paid Vacation Time - effective 90 days after employment
• Health, vision & dental benefits - eligible at 30 days, following the 1st of the following month
• Short and long-term disability and basic life insurance - after 30 days of employment

Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!