Radiology Technologist - $26-39 per hour

Advocate Aurora Health; North Coventry Township (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Aurora Health is hiring a Radiology Technologist in Kenilworth, Illinois. Candidates will perform a variety of radiologic procedures and must hold the relevant licenses and certifications. This role offers a supportive environment with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for hired techs.

Qualifications

• Radiographer license issued by the state of practice.
• Registered Technologist (RT) certification from ARRT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic to advanced radiologic procedures.
• Communicates with patients to explain procedures.
• Positions patients and selects exposure factors.

Skills

Radiology positioning and techniques

Radiation safety knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient service skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Accredited program in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Kenilworth, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Radiology Technologist
• Duration : Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : days
• Employment Type : Staff

5000 sign on for hired X RAY tech

Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :

• Radiographer license issued by the state in which teammate practices, and
• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required :

• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.

Experience Required :

• 6 months to 1 year work experience as Rad Tech preferred

Major Responsibilities :

• Competently performs basic to advanced radiologic procedures including general diagnostic, general fluoroscopy, and c-arm procedures, if performed at assigned facility.
• Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain clinical history, confirm acknowledgment of patients' understanding and address any questions or concerns.
• Positions patients and selects exposure factors for various radiologic examinations and provides patient with radiation protection and safety in accordance with prescribed methods.
• Identifies patient and labels images pertaining to the patient, compares requisitions to physician's orders to ensure exam accuracy, and processes images ensuring quality of radiographs and calls back patients as necessary.
• Assists, communicates and consults with the physician(s). Works independently outside the department with providers.
• Prepares and maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
• Serves as a technical resource, role model and / or preceptor for students and staff. Acts as a resource to staff at own facility and throughout the system. Assists with accreditation efforts.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing / pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his / her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :

• Competent in radiology positioning and techniques.
• Knowledge of radiation safety, anatomy and radiology equipment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
• Ability to work independently.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to stand / walk for majority of the day.
• Must be able to :
• lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to :
• push / pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must have clear speech, vision, and hearing.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

About Advocate Aurora Health

Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care.

Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion.