Radiographer, Radiology, PRN (As Needed)

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. PRN
Shift:
Moves, positions, and manipulates radiographic equipment to complete requested procedures safely.
Performs direct patient care duties within the technologist’s scope of practice, including monitoring patient condition, transporting patient, and using proper infection control techniques.
Ensures exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use, and that all equipment undergoes routine cleaning and safety checks.
Notifies appropriate personnel when inventory is low.
Performs radiographic imaging procedures, ensuring high-quality images that meet department standards.
Positions patients and equipment, selecting technical factors to produce radiographic images safely and in a timely manner.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.
Assists patients during procedures, ensuring their comfort, safety, and privacy, in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Knowledgeable in all aspects of Diagnostic Imaging to include Surgery and Trauma [Required]
Previous Radiologic Technologist experience [Preferred]
One year post certification experience required to evaluate and/or instruct student radiographers [Required]
Ability to analyze and assess data, techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control to ensure that information is obtained and presented accurately [Required]
Up-to-date knowledge of patient positioning and equipment operations, including x-ray producing equipment, if applicable per facility [Required]
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required]
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry [Required]
Able to fully use all Radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment [Required]
Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English [Required]
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
Must be able to use computer system for data entry and retrieval [Required]
Patient care skills to care for Infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient populations [Required]
Ability to learn and use radiology software packages such as EPIC, PACS, etc. [Ability to learn and master new tasks related to Image Quality and Radiation Safety [Required]
Adult/and child/infant CPR [Required]
Ability to perform radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail [Required]
Knowledge of communication styles and constant deployment of proper engagement behaviors when encountering patients, staff, and physicians [Required]
This position requires knowledge of the use of computerized and radiographic equipment to perform diagnostic procedures in a manner consistent with minimal radiation exposure and maximum image quality [Required]
Must be able to operate radiographic equipment and work with electrical and radiant energy [Required]
Must have the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care that addressed the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age-appropriate needs to the patient population served within the department [Required]
Bachelor's [Preferred]
Field of Study:
~ Work Experience:
~1+ year experience preferably in radiology or a new graduate of accredited radiologic technology program [Required]

Registered Technologist – Radiography RT(R)(ARRT)) [Required]
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Radiology
UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange
Schedule: Per diem
Shift: Day