X-Ray Tech

Job Summary:

The X-Ray Technician will perform radiographic procedures on patients in various settings including acute care, outpatient, ER, ICU, NICU, and operating room environments. The role involves working with adult patients and requires proficiency in a wide range of X-ray examinations, including abdomen, chest, head, spine, and extremities. The technician will operate O-ARM equipment and perform mobile/surgical X-rays.

Location:Springfield, Illinois, United States

Responsibilities:

- Perform a variety of diagnostic X-ray procedures including abdomen, chest, head, spine, and extremities.
- Operate O-ARM equipment for imaging.
- Conduct mobile and surgical X-ray procedures, including C-Arm procedures and portable X-rays.
- Ensure accurate patient positioning and radiation safety.
- Maintain equipment and report any malfunctions.
- Document patient information and procedures accurately.
- Assist in emergency situations as needed.
- Answer phone calls and direct them accordingly.
- Perform data entry into electronic medical database systems.
- Participate in selected patient registration activities.
- Coordinate equipment/supply needs.

Required Skills & Certifications:

- ARRT certification
- BLS certification
- Active IL state license
- Minimum 1 year of experience as an X-Ray Technician
- Experience in Adult Acute Care, Adult Outpatient, ER, ICU, NICU, and Operating Room settings
- Proficiency in Abdomen, Chest, Head, Spine, and Extremity X-ray techniques
- Experience with O-ARM equipment
- Experience with Mobile/Surgical X-Ray procedures

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

- Cerner experience
- Level I Trauma experience

Special Considerations:

- On-call responsibilities required as needed.
- Must be in IL 3 business days prior to compliance HDD in order to meet fingerprinting requirements.
- May work weekends and holidays as needed.
- Client may call-off up to 36 hours per thirteen week assignment without paying for the cancelled hours.
- Ideally no more than 5 days RTO.

Scheduling:
- 1st shift/days - 5 8s, 600-1430
- Every 3rd weekend
- Discuss schedule requests with manager.