Radiology Technologist: Imaging & Patient Care

Advocate Health Care; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Hoffman Estates, IL is seeking a Radiology Technician to perform radiographic procedures with accuracy and safety. You will position patients, operate equipment, and ensure high-quality images for radiologists while maintaining patient comfort and flow of the department.

The role requires an IDNS license and ARRT registration, CPR certification, and knowledge of health information systems; familiarity with safety standards and quality control is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health Information System.
• Basic knowledge of radiology equipment.
• CPR certification. Licensed by IDNS. ARRT registered.

Responsibilities

• Determination of appropriate radiological technique and position for patient using immobilization and support devices.
• Operates radiology equipment appropriately.
• Positions patient, adjusts equipment, secures and immobilizes support devices as needed to perform procedures.
• Determines radiographic technique based on anatomy and patient condition to obtain quality films.
• Secures history from patient regarding reason for prescribed test.
• Adheres to safety standards to ensure patient safety and quality care.
• Uses universal precautions in daily procedures.
• Maintains safety standards to protect patients and staff, including shielding.
• Maintains supplies and cleanliness for assigned room daily.
• Administers CPR as necessary.
• Ensures accuracy of examination and requisition.
• Familiar with MSDS for department chemicals.
• Performs clerical duties: records, statistics, calls, scheduling, patient instructions.
• Communicates with patient and provides excellent care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Coordinates quality control tasks.
• Inventories supplies and maintains stock.
• Labels radiology images per standards.
• Prepares contrast media per department standards.
• Performs daily sensitometry of processors; assists in inspections.
• Checks film quality and labeling.
• Quality control activities and coordinates patient flow with providers.
• Prepares radiology rooms daily.
• Coordinates patient flow into/out of department.
• Performs orders management tracking.

Skills

Health Information System

Basic radiology equipment knowledge

CPR certification

IDNS license

ARRT registration

Education

IDNS license; AMA School of Radiology graduate

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Hoffman Estates, IL is seeking a Radiology Technician to perform radiographic procedures with accuracy and safety. You will position patients, operate equipment, and ensure high-quality images for radiologists while maintaining patient comfort and flow of the department.

The role requires an IDNS license and ARRT registration, CPR certification, and knowledge of health information systems; familiarity with safety standards and quality control is essential.