Radiology Technologist, Radiology, PRN, Weekend Availability

Rochelle-Community-Hospital; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on Experience

Shift premiums

401(k) match

Employee assistance program

Gym membership discounts

Career advancement

Work-life balance

Retention rewards

Teamwork

Job summary

Rochelle Community Hospital is seeking a Radiology Technologist for PRN weekend availability. Under the direction of a Radiologist, you will perform diagnostic radiographs and related procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Candidates should graduate from an accredited Radiology program, hold ARRT and IDNS licenses (or board eligibility with temporary IEMA license), and complete CE hours every 2 years. Prior experience is not required; CT and Mammography certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology program.
• Current ARRT and IDNS license or board eligible with temporary IEMA license; ARRT Boards exams due within 2 years if temp license.
• Maintain 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years; prior experience not required.
• Specialized technologist in Mammography and CT as applicable.
• Ability to work with patients of all ages and maintain safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Under Radiologist direction, administer ionizing radiation for diagnostic radiographs.
• Perform a variety of procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative.
• Meet the needs of patients of all ages physically, socially, emotionally, and culturally.
• Position patients for examinations and ensure safety and comfort.

Skills

Patient care

Radiology procedures

Independent judgment

Age-specific care

Education

Accredited Radiology program

ARRT license

IDNS license

ARRT Boards within 2 years (temp license)

24 hours CE every 2 years

Mammography Certification or MQSA qualifications

CAT Scan Certification or in-house/training

Tools

Mammography equipment

CT scanning equipment

Job description

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Located 25 miles south of Rockford and 75 miles west of Chicago, Rochelle Community Hospital has been a cornerstoneof the Rochelle community for over a century. As a critical-access hospital, our staff provides state-of-the-art emergency care, diagnostic testing, home healthcare resources, rehabilitation, occupational health, inpatient care, and surgery, as well as a variety of other outpatient services. At Rochelle Community Hospital, quality care isn’t just our job, it’s our passion. We strive not only to deliver the highest quality and value to our patients, but also to our physicians and staff.As a member of our team, you can expect to work alongside our team of highly trained staff and administrators as we set out to create a higher standard of healthcare for our community.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of a Radiologist, administers ionizing radiation to patients producing diagnostic radiographs at technical level requiring no constant supervision of technical detail. The technologist will perform a variety of procedures that will require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative. The individual must be able to meet the needs of patients of all ages physically, socially, emotionally, and culturally.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology program.
• Current A.R.R.T. and I.D.N.S. license or board eligible and with a temporary IEMA license. If working with a temporary license, the A.R.R.T Boards exam must be passed within two (2) years of graduating and accredited radiology program.
• Responsible for acquiring 24 hours of continuing education hours every 2 years.
• Previous experience not required.
• Specialized Technologist.
  • Mammography-Certification by A.R.R.T or meet MQSA technologist requirements.
  • CAT Scan-Certification by A.R.R.T. or specialized training-in-house or applications to personnel provided by vendor.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• The ideal candidate must be able to work and complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Prolonged periods standing, reaching and bending.
• Medium Lifting, generally lifting not more than 50 lbs. maximum with assistance
• Physical strength and agility to position patients for a variety of diagnostic examinations.
• Reasonably anticipated occupational exposure to blood, blood-borne pathogens, and other potentially infectious materials.
• Visual and hearing acuity with/without corrective devices.
• Job may require potential exposure to chemical/hazardous materials.
• Requires potential for exposure to an environmental hazard of radiation.
• Knowledge of abuse/neglect.
• Requires performance of highly complex and various tasks during emergency situations requiring independent knowledge and judgment.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Special Notes/Instructions

All offers are contingent upon successful passing of a post-offer substance testing, positive reference checks and background check and your ability to establish your employment eligibility in the United States. RCH is a drug, alcohol, and smoke free campus.

• Pay Based On Experience
• Shift Premiums
• 401(k) Plan + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Membership Discounts
• Career Advancement
• Work/Life Balance Environment
• Retention Recognition and Rewards
• Teamwork