Radiologic Technologist - Weekend Option

Radiology Technologist

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
• Weekend option coverage 10- 12 hour shifts Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday