- Entity: Bloomington-Normal Service Area
- Job Category: Allied Health
- Employment Type: Part-Time
- Job ID: 46493
- Experience Required: None
- Education Required: Not Indicated
- Shift: Evening
- Location: Bloomington-Normal, IL
- Usual Schedule: Sat and Sun 11a-11p
- On Call Requirements: No
- Work Location: Carle BroMenn Medical Center
- Secondary Job Category: Patient Care
Position Summary:
To perform routine radiographic procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating patient illness and/or injury to ensure patient safety and quality care. The role of the radiology technologist I is to ensure Customer Satisfaction, support an atmosphere of respect and professionalism among other associates, including students from the School of Radiology, and perform advanced imaging in Surgery and Fluoroscopy.
Qualifications:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology or Certificate in Radiologic Technology
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
IEMA or Temp Radiography License upon hire
Radiography (R)(ARRT) within 3 months
BLS within 30 days
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Must achieve proficiency in various HIS/RIS systems within 30 days. Effective interpersonal skills.
Essential Functions:
- Positions patient and adjusts equipment, secures, and immobilizes support devices as needed to perform procedures.
- Determines appropriate radiographic technique based on anatomy and patient's condition to obtain quality films to provide to the radiologists.
- Secures history from patient regarding reason for prescribed tests, medication reconciliation, and records on appropriate form for the radiologist's review.
- Assists radiologists with routine fluoroscopic and/or invasive procedures.
- Operates portable radiographic equipment and C-arm effectively in patient room, intensive care, and surgery.
- Initiates request for emergency medical support as indicated by patient condition; this includes code blue, rapid response, etc.
- Documents all allergic reactions according to departmental and hospital policy.
- Transports patients into and out of department as necessary.
- Checks film quality to assure optimal quality is attained and correct film labeling is provided.
- Performs quality control activities, responds to inquiries, coordinates patient flow, and communicates with staff radiologists and other hospital personnel to ensure exams are completed in a timely fashion.
- Prepares radiographic/fluoroscopic rooms for procedures, maintains equipment, and supplies as required.
- Reports deficient inventory of supplies and linen to Lead Technologist.
- Provides direction and instruction to students in general procedures.
- Maintains positive "guest relations" and telephone etiquette following prescribed departmental policies and procedures.
- Performs all other job duties as assigned.
- Takes thorough and accurate patient medical histories.
- Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Positions and immobilizes patients on the examining table.
- Uses radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
- Positions imaging equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
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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