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Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked top 10 in Orthopedics by U.S. News and World Report. Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world. MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.
Ready to join in? We are looking for an X-ray Technologist to be based at our clinic in Munster, IN. This is a part-time position 3 days a week. Days are to be determined as needed on a weekly basis.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patient for radiologic procedures and takes x-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety.
- Maintain working knowledge in the use of PACS, DR and CR Radiologic equipment.
- Train with new procedures and technologies as they are added to the Radiology workflow.
- Use C-Arm where appropriate.
- Prepare medications and assist the physician with Fluoroscopic procedures.
- Maintain procedure rooms and stock necessary medical and fluoroscopy supplies.
- Prepare and position patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. Holding of the patient may be required for certain exams where immobilization devices cannot be used.
- Explain procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Move imaging equipment into specified position, determine exposure factors on basis of height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree of penetration required, and adjust equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
- Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patients and staff.
- Perform specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
- Assist physicians in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations. Measure and prepare medication and contrast media.
- Process images and review for proper identification and quality control.
- Prepare images for reading by the requesting physician.
- Notify the Radiology Manager regarding malfunctions and repairs as needed.
- Properly use EHR to enter CPT codes for billing purposes.
- Properly use EHR and PACS for Radiology and charting purposes.
- Travel to all sites as required for coverage.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience
- Graduate of an accredited X-Ray Technologist Program.
- Certified Registered Technician of Radiography (RT-R).
- IEMA and ARRT Certification.
- IDNS Certified upon request from the Director of Radiology.
Our employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we’re all about. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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