Radiologic Technologist - Pain Management Center

Carle; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Bonus

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform routine and specialized diagnostic radiology procedures for patients of all ages under the direction of a radiologist.

The role requires independent judgment to adapt procedures, maintain safety, and ensure quality imaging while following Joint Commission guidelines and radiation protection best practices. Sign-on and relocation bonuses are available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist in Illinois with IEMA certification.
• ARRT radiography registration and BLS within 30 days.
• Formal radiologic technology education and degree completed.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits competency in radiographic and specialized procedures.
• Deviates from routines per patient condition or radiologist request.
• Knowledge of invasive procedures and sterile tray setup; schedule appropriately.
• Obtains and documents pre/post procedure information.
• Follows Joint Commission patient safety goals.
• Maintains quality care and radiation protection during procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of department equipment and supports multiple areas.
• Troubleshoots equipment and reports issues timely.
• Ensures accurate entry of exam data and efficient patient flow.
• Assists training of technologists and students; promotes cost-effective care.

Education

Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography (IEMA)

Registered in Radiography (ARRT)

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - AHA

Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology

Associate's Degree: Radiologic Technology

Tools

X-ray equipment

C-arms

Standing x-ray equipment

Job description

Overview

Sign-on Bonus Available!

Relocation bonus available for 1yr+ experience and >50mi

To perform routine and specialized diagnostic radiological procedures for patients of all ages in order to confirm or deny required treatment. This requires independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist.

Qualifications

Certifications: Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA); Registered in Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA), Education: Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology; Associate's Degree: Radiologic Technology, Work Experience:

Responsibilities

• Exhibits competency in performing and imaging radiographic and specialized procedures.
• Deviates from routines when the patient’s condition requires it or at the request of the radiologist
• Knowledgeable of invasive procedures and sterile tray setup and schedules procedures appropriately
• Obtains and documents accurate pre and post procedure information as applicable
• Follows Joint Commission patient safety goals
• Maintains quality care throughout the procedure
• Practices radiation protection through shielding whenever possible

Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function in multiple areas of the department.

• Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware, software, c-arms, and standing x-ray equipment
• Performs reasonable troubleshooting
• Checks and observes equipment for general safety, maintenance, and appropriate operation
• Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels
• Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific areas and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that room.

Performs support functions of the department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met.

• Promptly processes images and paperwork according to proper procedures to ensure timely turnaround.
• Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care.
• Assists with office responsibilities.
• Promptly and accurately completes all fields in the radiology system, i.e. number of images repeated contrast reactions, exam data entry, and start and stop times of exam.
• Maintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programs

Assumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologist/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost effective care for our patients.

• Shares knowledge, guides and encourages fellow technologist/students with proper department protocol and procedures
• Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologist/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment
• Completes care while conserving resources, preventing waste of supplies
• Uses low time to improve areas appearance and accept additional assignment, i.e. cassette cleaning, apron testing

About Us

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Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.

Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $28.18per hour - $47.06per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.