Radiologic Technologist II (Float) - Sign On Bonus Eligible

Springfield Clinic; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Clinic is seeking a Radiologic Technologist II to perform radiographic procedures and assist physicians in selecting technical factors. The role requires strict adherence to ALARA principles, proper shielding, and knowledge of DR/DRX image acquisition.

You will operate equipment, prepare films for interpretation, and support various department needs across the clinic. Responsibilities include obtaining patient history, producing quality radiographs, maintaining equipment, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved ARRT radiography program with ARRT certification.
• Willing to work in specialty locations (ASC, Ortho, Urgent Care) 80% of the time and participate in weekend/holiday rotations.
• Float as needed per Imaging Operations Manager.

Responsibilities

• Obtain complete patient history to evaluate the current exam.
• Produce quality radiographs using appropriate exposure factors.
• Select factors per patient according to established protocols.
• Maintain ALARA standards and shielding.
• Operate radiology equipment and assist physicians as required.
• Assemble films/images for interpretation by radiologists.
• Assist with patient transport within Springfield Clinic campus.
• Document in RIS, EHR, PACS, and related systems.
• Provide orientation/training to new radiology staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Manual Dexterity

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

ARRT Certification (Radiography)

JRCERT/ACR approved Radiology Program graduate

Tools

RIS

PACS

EHR

Radiology Equipment

Job description

The Radiologic Technologist II is responsible for performing radiographic procedures by the application of ionizing radiation to produce radiographic images under a variety of conditions and assisting physicians as required in the selection of practical applications and technical factors.

Job Relationships

• Reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Operations Manager

Principal Responsibilities

• Obtain a complete history on patients including obtaining previous related exams that will help evaluate the current exam.
• Produce quality radiographs.
• Select proper technical factors for each individual patient, according to established protocols.
• Provide proper shielding in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards.
• Operate equipment as directed.
• Be knowledgeable with all procedures and protocols within the Radiology Department.
• Process films using an automatic processor at the MOHA location.
• Assist with the selection of technical factors using ALARA principles.
• Possess knowledge of DR/DRX image acquisition and manipulation, including correcting data regarding patient information and image detail in PACS.
• Maintain orderliness, cleanliness and cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department.
• Assemble films/images for interpretation by radiologists.
• Assist patients in transport within Radiology and throughout the Springfield Clinic campus.
• Will be responsible when using Springfield Clinic computers and telephones as needed for patient care.
• Knowledge of computer systems: RIS (to include, but not limited to scheduling/rescheduling/replacing exams, completing exams, patient history, enter comments, enter "stop" payments and print features), EHR, PACS, Employee Benefit system, Radiology home page.
• May assist in the use of a variety of equipment and procedures.
• Knowledge of sterile procedure and of sterilization procedure for sterile supplies.
• Knowledge of general scheduler duties.
• Knowledge of Prompt Care workflow.
• Knowledge of workflow to obtain reports on images.
• Put away incoming supplies and inform Supervisor of supplies needed.
• Clean cassettes on a regular basis.
• Check for outdates on a regular basis.
• Report any equipment failures to Supervisor and have general knowledge to troubleshoot equipment for problems and call for service if necessary.
• Submit proper forms to request for paid time off and enter time off in payroll tracking system.
• Provide orientation/training of new technologists and other Radiology staff.
• Responsible for coverage in Ambulatory Surgery, Pain Clinic (if working in ASC/Pain Clinic) and Diagnostic Radiology with varying shifts.
• Obtain diagnostic radiographs utilizing proper exposure factors consistent with ALARA according to protocols established by Springfield Clinic Radiologists, SC.
• Ability to operate a C-Arm if working in ASC/Pain Clinic.
• Knowledge of and experience in DR/DRX image acquisition and manipulation, including correcting data regarding patient information and image detail in PACS.
• Knowledgeable of all procedures and protocols in the Surgery department, Pain Clinic and Radiology department.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Must be a graduate of an approved A.C.R. school or must be a graduate of a JRCERT approved school of Radiology, and provide proof of current active certification with the ARRT
• Must work in a specialty location (i.e. ASC, Ortho, Urgent Care etc.) at least 80% of the time and/or take part in the departmental weekend and holiday rotation.
  • Or working as a Float, defined by the Imaging Operations Manager.

Licenses/Certificates

• Must maintain current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography.
• May have temporary accreditation in Radiography with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, Division of Nuclear Safety.
• CPR per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must maintain professional behavior.
• Must be able to adjust to various personalities.
• Must have the ability to control emotions and maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment.
• Must possess manual dexterity to use keyboard and handle equipment and appliances.
• Must have the ability to perform occasional heavy lifting, i.e. transferring patients to x-ray tables.
• Must be capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, lifting and twisting.
• Must be able with help to lift patient from cart to table.
• Must be able to work with arms above head.
• Must be able to wear lead apron for long periods of time.
• Must be able to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to assist patient to and from the table.

Working Environment

• Will be exposed to fumes from cleaning agents or x-ray film processor chemicals, in limited areas.
• Will be exposed to conditions including exposure to blood and body fluids, tissue, contagious diseases and/or potentially hazardous materials.

PHI/Privacy Level

• HIPAA2