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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Radiology Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLibertyville, IL, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
  • Hold IEMA accreditation in Radiologic Technology.
  • Hold ARRT (RT) certification or be certificate-eligible; new graduates must obtain ARRT within one year of hire.
  • Understand RIS and PACS.
  • Handle patient information confidentially.
  • Adapt to fluctuations in patient volumes to meet patient-care and department needs.
  • Maintain appropriate state licensure and national board certification.
  • Maintain current CPR certification.
  • Work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as required.
  • Take call and arrive on site within one hour.
  • Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; use patient-handling equipment with another associate when available for heavier patient lifts or when the patient cannot assist.
  • Participate in annual emergency drills and work around potential exposure to radiation, hazardous materials, and infectious disease.

Responsibilities

  • Operate x-ray equipment to produce physician-ordered radiographs of designated body areas.
  • Perform and document diagnostic procedures using appropriate technical parameters to produce quality studies.
  • Safely use and operate general radiography, portable, and, where applicable, fluoroscopy equipment.
  • Perform general diagnostic procedures and, where applicable, general fluoroscopy procedures, including gastrointestinal and pain procedures.
  • Follow infection-prevention, isolation, sterile-technique, and Universal Precautions practices in patient care.
  • Apply ALARA principles to reduce radiation exposure to self, patients, and others.
  • Verify patient identity to ensure the correct examination is performed on the correct patient at the correct time.
  • Obtain and record relevant patient history, explain procedures to patients, and promote patient comfort during examinations.
  • Review radiographs and ensure they meet department quality standards.
  • Report environmental or equipment problems to appropriate personnel.
  • Perform required functions in radiology information system and hospital information system systems.
  • Label radiographs according to department criteria and standards.
  • Interact professionally and collaboratively with coworkers, physicians, internal departments, patients, families, caregivers, and visitors.
  • Assess personal learning needs, seek opportunities to improve competency, and attend in-services on current departmental and technical procedures.
  • Attend CPR classes to maintain recertification.
  • Maintain adequate supplies for quality patient care; keep equipment and work areas clean; monitor inventory and restock supplies as needed.

About the Company

Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Advocate Health Care is a faith-based nonprofit health system serving Illinois and Wisconsin with a network of hospitals, clinics, and providers. It delivers a broad range of medical services using current techniques and ongoing research, coordinated through clinical integration. The organization offers financial advocacy and assistance to help uninsured or underinsured patients manage hospital bills. Its goal is to improve patient care and expand access by combining high-quality medical services, financial support, and a commitment to clinical excellence.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Late Stage VC
Total funding
$18M
Headquarters
Oak Brook, IL
Founded
1976

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