- Usual Schedule: M,W,TH,F, 9hr shifts - 730a-5p
- On Call Requirements: NONE
- Work Location: Carle BroMenn Medical Center
- Other Posting Information: Day time position with NO call
- Holiday Requirements: NONE
Position Summary:
The Registered Radiologic Technologist is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for patients for a designated time frame and provides care, specifically in the Invasive Lab. The patient population consists of those requiring an invasive cardiology or invasive radiology study. The Registered Radiologic Technologist will assist the physician in all procedures and provide a valuable service to the patient and the team.
Qualifications:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
IEMA Radiography License Illinois upon hire
Radiography (R)(ARRT) upon hire
BLS within 30 days
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
1 year as general radiographer preferred.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Capacity to learn and retain information regarding patient care and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, follow directions, and complete detailed work accurately. Demonstrates compassion and caring when dealing with others. Manual dexterity to handle small supplies.
Essential Functions:
- Administers contrast material (when applicable), according to physician's request, by means of existing IV line or by performing venipuncture and placing IV line; recognizes and responds to hypersensitivity or allergic reactions.
- Anticipates set-up and needs for invasive procedures.
- Assists with inventory/supplies.
- Checks for correct patient and chart identification, diagnosis, and treatment position.
- Compiles pertinent clinical information pertaining to lab, pathology, etc.
- Administers medication in compliance with scope of practice.
- Documents accurately and completely.
- Explains procedure to patient and provides for patient care- including comfort, support, safety, and confidentiality.
- Performs all essential functions of the Invasive Lab Radiologic Technologist.
- Maintains a clean and neat work area.
- Demonstrates competence in the operation of imaging, physiological monitoring, and related equipment; Performs basic troubleshooting for this equipment.
- Able to work around and maintain a sterile field during procedures.
- Administers and withholds contrast and treatment as appropriate. Assesses patients for allergies.
- Functions as a scrub and monitor technician on a rotating basis during procedures. Assists physician during interventional procedures.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for medical or religious exemption will be permitted.
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