Radiology Technologist

Hugh Chatham Health; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 81,807,000 - 122,783,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for the Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Radiology department. This full‑time PM shift includes rotating weekends and requires operating imaging equipment, ensuring quality radiographs, and maintaining patient comfort and safety.

Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited Radiology program, ARRT registered or eligible, IDNS licensure, and CPR certification. Prior RIS experience is a plus; lifting up to 35 pounds is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
• Certificate or Associate Degree in Radiology Technology.
• ARRT Registered or registry eligible; IDNS licensed; CPR certified.

Responsibilities

• Operate x-ray equipment to produce radiographs as directed by a physician.
• Determine appropriate exposure factors and position patients for optimum image quality.
• Adhere to department standards of radiographic quality and safety.
• Maintain professional, cooperative interactions with staff, physicians, patients and families.
• Maintain supplies to ensure adequate patient care.
• Ensure a safe environment for patients based on age and development.

Skills

ARRT Certification

IDNS License

CPR Certification

Communication skills

Education

Accredited Radiology Technology program

Certificate or Associate Degree in Radiology Technology

Tools

RIS

Job description

Department

36303 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Radiology

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details / Additional Information

Full Time PM

Rotating weekends

Pay Range

$28.55 - $42.85

Sign-on Bonus

$5,000 sign-on bonus!

Position Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology
• Certificate or Assoc. Degree in Radiology Technology
• ARRT Registered or registry eligible
• IDNS Licensed
• Current CPR Certification

This is a pm shift position and every other Saturday overnight.

• ~Previous experience is desirable
• ~Good communication skills
• ~Basic understanding of R.I.S., and basic computer knowledge
• ~Ability to work weekends, holidays and emergency call back in order to accommodate staffing needs.
• ~May be exposed to radiation during procedures.
• ~May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time, or be required to lift and move patients
• ~May be exposed to hazardous materials, infectious disease and required to participate in annual emergency drills.
• ~Required to maintain current CPR certification.

If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case~by~case basis.

Purpose

Performs radiographic examinations for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating patient illness and/or injury in accordance with departmental standards, policies and procedures.

Accountabilities

Operates x~ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician.

Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positions patient utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to insure optimum film quality.

Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.

Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism, cooperation and positive interaction with co~workers, physicians, patients and families.

Maintenance of supplies needed to ensure adequate level needed for quality patient care.

Maintains environment that is safe based on age and developmental status.

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.