RADIOLOGY TECH - PRECISION ORTHO - FT DAYS

Anderson Hospital; Maryville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson Hospital in Illinois is seeking a qualified radiologic technologist to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis, follow safety guidelines, and communicate the procedure to patients to ease apprehension. The role requires precise positioning and technical factors to obtain high-quality images while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

You will document exams, assist physicians and other technologists, and ensure adherence to Anderson Medical Group policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• AMA approved radiologic technology program completed.
• ARRT registration and IDNS licensure in good standing.
• Experience with patient education and radiation safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents patient and family education activities.
• Provides age-specific and population-specific care.
• Uses proper positioning and technical factors to obtain high quality images.
• Assists physicians and other technologists with procedures.
• Complies with all radiation safety standards.
• Documents and completes exam information accurately and timely.

Skills

Patient care

Radiology procedures

Patient communication

Age-appropriate care

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AMA approved radiologic technology program

ARRT registered

IDNS licensed unrestricted

Tools

Radiographic equipment

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:To apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in accordance with policy and procedure, practicing radiation safety methods at all time. To select appropriate technical factors limiting the need for re-exposure and in accordance with equipment operating guidelines.To apply patient care, communicating the procedure performed, lessening apprehension and in accordance with the Anderson Medical Group policies. Knowledge of the needs of patient according to their age group and the ability to modify care according to patient’s age.Job Responsibilities:Performs and documents patient and family education activities including assessing, performing and documentingProvides age specific and population specific care, supports patient’s rights and responsibilities, includingRespect of cultural and religious diversityUses proper positioning and technical factors to obtain high quality imagesAccurately identifies images and includes patient historyCorrelates accurately contrast media and dosage to examProficiently operates radiographic equipmentAssists physicians, and other technologists with proceduresIs in compliance with all radiation safety standardsDocuments and completes accurately and in a timely manner all exam informationEducation Requirements and Other Requirements:Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent.Certification/Licensure: Formal radiologic technology training in AMA approved school.Must be ARRT registered and IDNS licensed unrestricted.Experience Requirements: