Radiology Technologist - Per Diem

Advocate Health; United States; Presencial; USD 39 000 - 59 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Advocate Health’s Good Shepherd Hospital Radiology department is seeking a part-time Radiologic Technologist to operate x-ray equipment and produce diagnostic radiographs as ordered. You will follow ALARA principles, ensure patient identification and comfort, and maintain image quality with RIS/HIS documentation.

The role requires graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program, IEMA accreditation, and ARRT certification or eligibility (within 1 year).

Qualificações

• Graduate from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• IEMA Accreditation in Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT (RT) Certification or Certificate Eligible; must obtain within 1 year of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Operate x-ray equipment to produce radiographs as ordered by a physician.
• Adhere to ALARA principles to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
• Identify patients correctly and ensure comfort during exams.
• Maintain radiographic quality and complete RIS/HIS documentation.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

RIS & PACS

Work under pressure

Teamwork

Formação académica

Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program

IEMA Accreditation in Radiologic Technology

ARRT (RT) Certification or eligible

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Department:

36303 Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital - Radiology

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

No

Hou** rs Per Week:

0

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

REQUIRED AVAILABILITY TO WORK AT LEAST ONE SHIFT PER PAY PERIOD.

Open shifts may vary according to location (hospital or offsite) and department needs (day/mid-shift/night/weekend). Candidate must be flexible for all shift coverage.

Pay Range:

$28.55 - $42.85

Major Responsibilities:

• Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as ordered by a physician
  • Accountable for the performance and documentation of all diagnostic procedures utilizing proper technical parameters to produce quality studies.
  • Knowledgeable in the safe use, maneuverability and operation of all general radiography, portable and fluoro equipment (if applicable to home site)
  • Proficient in the performance of general diagnostic procedures. If applicable to home site, is also proficient in general fluoroscopy procedures, including GI and Pain procedures.
• Adheres to infection prevention, isolation and sterile techniques as it applies in patient handling and delivery of care
• Adheres to ALARA principles in performance of exams to reduce exposure to self, the patient and others
• Utilizes proper patient identification to ensure the correct exam is performing on the correct patient at the correct time.
• Obtains and records pertinent patient history, explains the procedure to patient in a manner to ensure understanding, ensures patient comfort during performance of exam.
• Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.
  • Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality.
  • Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel.
  • Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems.
  • Labels all radiographs appropriately following department's established criteria and standards.
• Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism, teamwork and collaboration with co-workers, physicians and internal customers/departments.
• Consistently provides positive interactions and a customer first approach with patients and their families/caregivers and visitors.
• Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for increased competency and growth
  • Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures.
  • Attends CPR classes to maintain re-certification.
  • Maintains appropriate state license and national board certification.
• Maintenance of supplies needed to ensure adequate level needed for quality patient care.
  • Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area.
  • Maintains inventory of supplies in work area. Identifies supplies and equipment needs for procedure, restocks work area as necessary.
  • Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures.

Education/Experience Required:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• IEMA Accreditation in Radiologic Technology
• ARRT (RT) Certification or Certificate Eligible. For new graduates, ARRT must be obtained within 1 year of hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Good communication skills
• Understanding of RIS & PACS
• Ability to work under stressful situations
• Ability to handle patient information in a confidential manner
• Ability to adapt to fluctuations in patient volumes to meet patient care and department needs

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to work weekends and holidays in order to accommodate patient care needs.
• Ability to work rotating shift any day of the week.
• Ability to take call and arrive on site within one hour
• May be exposed to radiation during procedures.
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time or be required