Radiology Technologist - Full Time Weekend Option

Job Summary: One Full-time (Belleville) / Weekend Option

Radiology Technologist works under the direction of a Radiologist, performing a variety of routine and complex diagnostic radiology procedures for the purpose of diagnosing abnormalities.


Functions and Duties:

• Positions, explains procedure and sets technical factors for the appropriate examination.
• Performs routine radiographs of skull, chest, pelvis, spine, abdomen and extremities for diagnosis of abnormalities
• Receives and evaluates physician orders with patient history and information.
• Assist radiologist in fluoroscopy and spot film examinations which require administration of contrast material: e.g., gastrointestinal series, barium enemas, pyelograms, joint injections and cholangiograms.
• Prepares contrast media and administers to patient.
• Operates fixed and mobile radiographic equipment.
• Coordinates patient information with PACS and EMR to save data and radiation dose.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

• Graduate of an AMA approved radiology program required.

Experience

• 1 year preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

• Basic life support certification required.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiology (R) required.
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency certification to perform Radiology required.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge in anatomy and image critic preferred.

Physical Demands:

Sitting

Job requires sitting for extended periods of time.

Walking

Job requires employee to walk considerable distances, to and from work area.

Lifting

Job requires employee to raise or lower up to 25 lbs. from one level to another.

Pulling/Pushing

Job requires exerting force up to 50 lbs. to move an object to or away from employee.

Grasping/Reaching

Job requires the employee to grasp/pick up items and reach for objects.

Sight

Job requires normal vision, with or without correction.

Hearing

Job requires normal hearing, with or without correction.

Speaking

Job requires involves speaking and talking.

Keyboarding

Job requires use of computer

Work Indoors

Yes

Radiation Yes

Bloodbourne pathogens Yes

Touchette Regional Hospital Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Reimbursement
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Identity Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Legal Protection (Estate Planning, Trusts, Real Estate, Financials, Traffic)

Full-time/Weekend Option