The technologist performs and assists with Radiographic and Fluoroscopic procedures, verifying patient identification and documenting relevant medical history. They operate specialized equipment, prepare and administer contrast media, and conduct surgical and portable examinations as assigned.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be graduates of an ARRT-recognized accredited program and possess a current BLS certification. A minimum of two years of experience as a Rad Tech I is required, along with meeting all competency checklist advancement elements.
professional certificateBLS CertificationRecord MaintenancePatient IdentificationRadiographic ProceduresContrast Media AdministrationRadiographic Equipment OperationMedical History DocumentationFluoroscopic ProceduresPortable ExaminationsCompetency Checklist AdherenceSurgical ExaminationsStentor Verification
Job description
Department
36303
Advocate
Condell
Medical
Center -
Radiology
Status:
Full time
Benefits
Eligible:
Yes
Hours
Per
Week: 36
Schedule
Details/Additional
Information: $5,000 Sign on Bonus Position eligible for weekend program special pay of $8/hr Position eligible for overnight shift differential of $4/hr Friday, Saturday and Sunday 7pm - 7am Call and Holidays required Pay Range $30.70 - $46.05 Major Responsibilities Performs and/or assists with Radiographic and Fluoroscopic procedures. Checks requisition for physician notes and/or special instructions and consults with Radiologist or physician as necessary. Verifies patient identification by verbal confirmation and validates proof of identity. Documents patient medical history pertaining to specific procedure on medical record. Operates Radiographic equipment within the department and selects proper technical factors on individual patient basis. Prepares and administers contrast media as required. Performs surgical and portable examinations as assigned. Assures that procedure rooms are adequately supplied. Maintains patient records and documents closing orders, fixing exceptions, obtaining STAT readings and verifying correct exam was sent to Stentor. Minimum Job Requirements Education Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic Technology. Certification / License BLS required Work Experience Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Must meet all required elements of competency checklists for advancement level and have 2 years’ experience as Rad Tech I. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers. Handling equipment and monitoring supplies. May frequently be required to stretch, bend, twist, squat or kneel in operating Radiographic equipment. Must be able to use hands for power gripping, speed work and precision during manipulation of Radiographic equipment and in the case of injured and/or diseased patients. Vision and hearing for distances of up to 10 feet is necessary. Exposure to various physical conditions such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs and being near moving equipment. Able to adapt to changes in temperature and humidity. DISCLAIMER All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Adoption Assistance
Educational Assistance Program
Defined Contribution Retirement Plans With Employer Match
Our
Commitment to
You:
Advocate
Health offers a comprehensive suite of
Total
Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials.
Combined,
Advocate and
Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care
