Radiologic Technologist - Methodist

Overview

To perform routine and specialized diagnostic radiological procedures for patients of all ages in order to confirm or deny required treatment. This requires independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a Radiologist.

Qualifications

Certifications: Registered in Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), Education: Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology; Associate's Degree: Radiologic Technology, Work Experience: Related field

Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence

Performs radiologic diagnostic procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of medical imaging

• Exhibits competency and is the resource person to staff when performing radiographic procedures
• Knowledgeable about views required for each exam enhancing image quality through the use of appropriate filters, collimation, markers and patient identification
• Maintains quality care throughout the procedure, making patient as comfortable as possible, practicing radiation protection through shielding and collimation whenever possible
• Proper care of the patient is efficient and expedient
• Maintains expert working knowledge of equipment and resource person for troubleshooting
• Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories to that room
• Performs lab testing as appropriate

Departmental Support

Performs support functions of the medical imaging department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met.

• Promptly and accurately processes and prepares images and paper work to ensure timely turn around in providing a report
• Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care assisting in patient transport to and from the department as required
• Promptly and accurately enters patient information into HIS system and accurately completes all fields in the HIS Radiant and PACS
• Maintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programs

Employee Development/Clinical Excellence

Assumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively. Displays leadership skills in their daily process.

• Share knowledge, guides, and encourages participation from fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and procedures
• Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment
• Completes work within assigned shift using slow time to improve area appearance and accept additional assignments such as cassette cleaning, apron testing and film file duties
• Provides input on the evaluation of staff
• Participates in the Quality Improvement process
• Leads in development of teamwork of staff to ensure efficient and appropriate patient care
• Networks with other professionals regionally
• Demonstrates ability to multitask to assist with workflow
• Develops new processes utilizing creative ideas for a dynamic environment
• Assists in achieving competencies
• Maintains a current knowledge by keeping abreast of trends in new processes and procedures
• Follows up on concerns/problems as needed
• Display a professional attitude in order to foster mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment

About Us

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.

Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

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Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $30.39per hour - $52.27per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.