Radiologic Technologist

Jobtailor; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CGH Medical Center in Illinois is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform radiographic examinations across departments, including fluoroscopy, trauma, portable imaging, operating room, and specialized procedures. You will evaluate image quality and appropriateness of exams, and educate patients about procedures.

The role requires ARRT registration within 1 month, IEMA registry within 1 month, and strong knowledge of radiation safety, physics, positioning, and image critique; experience with

Qualifications

• ARRT registration within 1 month of hire.
• IEMA registry within 1 month of hire.
• Two years’ radiology experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of radiation protection, physics, positioning and image critique.
• Extensive computer literacy to include CR, PACS and HIS.
• Knowledge of care appropriate to age-related needs of patients.
• Ability to assess and interpret data about patient status to identify needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic examinations including fluoroscopy, trauma, portables, operating room, pain clinic and special procedures.
• Assess examination quality, appropriateness and results.
• Educate customers by explaining procedures.
• Supervise student technologist appropriately.
• Prioritize work assignments for self and others.
• Complete record entries into computerized system.
• Assist in maintenance of images and other records.
• Recognize and respond to emergency situations appropriately.
• Practice competencies in radiology based upon current scientific knowledge.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ARRT Registration

IEMA Registry

Radiology Experience

Radiation Safety & Physics

PACS/CR/HIS Literacy

Age-specific Care

Data Interpretation

Education

ARRT Radiography Certification

IEMA Registry Certification

Tools

PACS

CR

HIS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing radiographic examinations including fluoroscopy, trauma, portables, operating room, pain clinic and special procedures.
• Performs radiographic procedures using accepted principles and practices at CGH Medical Center.
• Accurately assesses examination quality, appropriateness and results.
• Educates customers by explaining procedures.
• Supervises student technologist appropriately.
• Prioritizes work assignments for self and others.
• Completes record entries into computerized system.
• Assists in the maintenance of images and other records.
• Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.
• Practices competencies in radiology based upon current scientific knowledge.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• ARRT registered in Radiology required within 1 month of hire.
• A current registry with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) required within 1 month of hire.
• Two years’ experience in radiology preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of radiation protection, physics, positioning and Image critique required.
• Extensive computer literacy to include CR, PACS and HIS required.
• Demonstrates knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served on assigned unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served.
• Able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in performing radiographic examinations and procedures, with a strong focus on radiation protection, image critique, and patient care across various age groups. Proficient in utilizing advanced imaging technologies and maintaining accurate records in a computerized system.