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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

X-Ray Technologist Registry

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeChicago, IL, USA$28.55 - $42.85

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology; a certificate with 10 years of experience or an Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology is required.
  • Hold IEMA accreditation in medical radiation technology.
  • Be eligible for American Registry of Radiologic Technologists registration and complete registration within three months of the start date.
  • Maintain CPR certification and current state licensure and national board certification.
  • Have a basic understanding of Radiology Information System and Hospital Information System systems and basic computer knowledge.
  • Be able to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts any day of the week.
  • Be able to take call and arrive on site within one hour.
  • Be able to sit or stand for long periods and lift or move patients; lift up to 35 pounds without assistance, and use patient-handling equipment with another associate for heavier lifts or when a patient cannot assist.
  • Be able to participate in annual emergency drills and work around potential exposure to radiation, hazardous materials, and infectious disease.

Responsibilities

  • Operate X-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician.
  • Operate all components of the Digital Imaging System.
  • Assist radiologists with mini-special procedures in fluoroscopic suites and with fluoroscopic examinations.
  • Perform radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients to expedite immediate care.
  • Maneuver portable radiographic equipment in patient-care areas and surgery as required.
  • Operate radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment, including locking devices, and C-arms; use portable equipment and C-arms in patient rooms, intensive care, and surgery.
  • Perform radiographic examinations in surgery as required.
  • Determine appropriate exposure factors and position patients, using immobilization devices when appropriate, to ensure optimum image quality.
  • Follow isolation, sterile-technique, and radiation-safety procedures.
  • Verify the patient and procedure before starting an examination.
  • Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining and recording histories, explaining procedures, positioning patients, and ensuring their comfort.
  • Review radiographs to ensure optimum quality and adhere to departmental radiographic-quality standards.
  • Report environmental or equipment problems to appropriate personnel.
  • Perform required computer functions for Radiology Information System and Hospital Information System systems.
  • Label radiographs according to departmental criteria and standards.
  • Maintain an adequate supply inventory by identifying procedural supply and equipment needs, restocking the work area, and keeping equipment and work areas clean.
  • Use Universal Precautions during procedures.
  • Provide age-appropriate care to children and adults, including assisting with positioning and restraint of children and elderly patients as needed.
  • Assist with patient and family participation in post-procedural care and provide resource information as directed.
  • Reinforce psychosocial interventions appropriate to patients' age and developmental status, reassure children and older patients, and interact with families as needed.
  • Attend in-service sessions to maintain knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures and attend CPR classes to maintain recertification.
  • Participate in assessing personal learning needs and seek professional development opportunities.

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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