Radiology Technologist- Flex shift - Elgin, IL, United States - Advocate Aurora Health

Description

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Elgin, Illinois.
Radiology Technologist
~ Discipline:
Allied Health Professional

~ Shift:
evenings

~ Employment Type:
Staff

$2,500 sign-on bonus

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

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.
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.

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
For new graduates, ARRT must be obtained within 1 year of hire.

Ability to handle patient information in a confidential manner
Ability to work weekends and holidays in order to accommodate patient care needs.
Ability to work rotating shift any day of the week.
May be exposed to hazardous materials, infectious disease and required to participate in annual emergency drills.

For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.

Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R81775. Radiology Tech - Part-time
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.

Holiday Pay
~ 401k retirement plan
~ Mileage reimbursement
~ Employee assistance programs
~ Medical benefits
~ Dental benefits
~ Sign-On bonus