Memorial Health·Jacksonville, Illinois
Administers x-rays and operates imaging equipment while providing quality care to diverse patient populations. Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, assisting radiologists, and maintaining equipment and safety standards.
Min USD $27.52/Hr.
Max USD $42.65/Hr.
Overview Administers x-rays to patients, operates imaging equipment, and prepares exam rooms, equipment supplies and medication needed to perform imaging procedures.
Provides quality care for all patients using the imaging modalities available.
Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.
Schedule Full-Time, Evening Shift 3:00pm-11:30pm Everyother Weekend $20,000 Sign-on Bonus!
Education: Graduate from an accredited school for radiologic technologist. Associates degree preferred. Licensure/Certification/Registry: ARRT, required. IEMA, required. BLS CPR certification required.
All Imaging Technologists shall provide the best possible care for the patient. Provide assistance to the Radiologist in the performance of special exams. Provides the Radiologist with the best possible images for interpretation. Transfers, maintains basic quality assurance issues and recalls images from a PACS system. The Technologist checks the patients chart or script to be sure the exam ordered by the physician matches the requisition that has been received by the department. Use independent judgment to assure exam will clinically evaluate the diagnosis given. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values: SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others. COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude. QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results. EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays. Prepares the room, equipment, medicine and materials as needed for the performance of diagnostic procedures. Performs imaging procedures on all age groups, mentally and physically handicapped, traumatically injured and oncology patients. Maintains rooms and equipment in a clean and disinfected state. Prepares barium and other chemical mixtures in preparation for x-ray procedure. Prepares patient for exam explaining procedure, transferring patient to exam table, positions patient and assists patient during the procedure. Follows prescribed techniques in administering general and specific x-rays by adjusting equipment, determining proper voltage, current and desired exposure time; arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain proper position of patient; adjust lead shields. Abides by guidelines set forth in ALARA and Image Gently National Campaigns. Observes patient and equipment during procedure, reports unusual occurrences and records patients’ condition when necessary. Maintains stock supplies and performs general clerical duties when necessary. Perform mobile x-rays at the patients’ bedside, in the ER and in the Operating Room. Actively participates in quality assessment and quality improvement programs. Transports patients when necessary. Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures including, but not limited to, those regarding Infection control, Hand Hygiene, Attendance and Appearance. Maintain continuing education credits in compliance with licensing agency. Actively support the mission, vision, and values set forth by the organization. Performs other related work as required or requested.
Requires graduation from an accredited radiologic technologist school and mandatory ARRT, IEMA, and BLS CPR certifications. An associate degree and prior computer experience are preferred.
Market context
Illinois healthcare employers continue to seek radiologic technologists for hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and mobile services, with demand often tied to patient volume and coverage needs. This role is competitive because ARRT certification, Illinois licensure, a clean driving record, and strong patient-care skills are commonly required, and the listed benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, and paid holidays. Before applying, confirm your credentials match the posting and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the original description.
