Radiology Technologist I

Advocate Health Care; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Barrington, Illinois seeks a Radiology Technologist to perform and assist with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures under the direction of a radiologist. You will document patient history, verify identity, prepare and administer contrast media, and collaborate with physicians to ensure high-quality imaging.

The role requires strict radiation safety practices, equipment operation, and accurate recordkeeping; ARRT registration and BLS are required or registry-eligible.

Qualifications

• Completion of AMA-approved Radiology Technology program.
• ARRT registration or registry-eligible within 1 year of hire date.
• BLS certification per policy guidelines.
• 1 year of direct patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Document patient history on requisition submitted by physician.
• Confirm patient identification by verbal confirmation and validating proof of identity.
• Prepare and administer contrast media as required.
• Consult with radiologist and other physicians as necessary.
• Select and operate equipment and ensure correct anatomic positioning.
• Maintain records as required by departmental standards.

Skills

Radiographic procedures

Fluoroscopy

Patient interaction

Equipment operation

Documentation

Radiology safety

Education

AMA-approved Radiology Technology Program

ARRT certification/registry

Tools

Radiology Equipment

Job description

• Performs and assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Documents patient history pertaining to specific procedure on requisition submitted by physician.
• Confirms patient identification by verbal confirmation and validating proof of identity.
• Prepares and administers contrast media as required.
• Consults with radiologist and other physicians as necessary.
• Selects and operates equipment as dictated by demands of individual procedure and demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills.
• Maintains appropriate records as required by departmental standards.

Essential Functions

• Performs and assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Documents patient history pertaining to specific procedure on requisition submitted by physician.
• Confirms patient identification by verbal confirmation and validating proof of identity.
• Prepares and administers contrast media as required.
• Consults with radiologist and other physicians as necessary.
• Selects and operates equipment as dictated by demands of individual procedure and demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills.
• Maintains appropriate records as required by departmental standards.

Physical Requirements

Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers. Handles equipment and monitoring supplies. Must have good oral and written communication skills to interact with patients and hospital staff. May be required to frequently stretch, bend, twist, squat or kneel in operating radiographic equipment. Must be able to use hands for power gripping, speed work and precision during manipulation of radiographic equipment and in the case of injured and diseased patients. Vision and hearing for distances of up to 10 feet is necessary. May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, and being near moving equipment. Able to adapt to changes in temperature and humidity.

Education, Experience And Certifications

Performs radiographic examinations with proficiency utilizing radiation safety practices to produce a high quality examination with general supervision while under the direction of the Radiologist. Coordinates daily activities to include performing examination and clerical duties. Successful completion of a formal Radiology Technology Program in an AMA Approved facility required. Registered by the ARRT required OR if a New Graduate, must be registry eligible and must be registered within 1 year of hire date.1 year of direct patient care work experience preferred. BLS required per policy guidelines.