Radiology Technologist

Aurora Health Care; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Aurora Health Care in Park Ridge, IL is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform radiographic examinations for physician diagnoses. The role requires graduation from an accredited Radiology program, ARRT registration or eligibility, an IDNS license, and current CPR certification.

The position operates on a PM shift with every other Saturday overnight and includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Responsibilities include operating x-ray equipment, selecting exposure factors, ensuring film quality, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
• Certificate or Associate Degree in Radiology Technology.
• ARRT Registered or registry eligible.
• IDNS Licensed.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Previous experience is desirable.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic understanding of RIS, and basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays and emergency call back to accommodate staffing needs.

Responsibilities

• Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician.
• Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positioning patients using immobilization devices to ensure optimum film quality.
• Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.
• Maintains a professional, cooperative attitude with coworkers, physicians, patients and families.
• Maintains supplies and a safe environment for patient care.
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods and assist with patient lifting.

Skills

Communication skills

RIS knowledge

X-ray procedures

Education

Certificate or Associate degree in Radiology Technology

Tools

RIS software

Job description

$5,000 sign-on bonus!*

*External candidates

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.