Radiology Technologist - $28-42 per hour
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 28, 2025
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Job Description:
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a
job in Chicago, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements
$10,000 sign-on bonus!Major Responsibilities:Operates x-ray
equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body
as specified by a physician.5)Operates all components of the
Digital Imaging System.6)Assists radiologists in performing
mini-special procedures in the fluoroscopic suites.7)Performs
radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients to expedite
immediate care of critically ill patients.1)Maneuvers portable
radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery as
required.2)Operates all components including all locking devices on
radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and c-arms.3)Assists
radiologists in performing fluoroscopic examinations.4)Performs
radiographic examination in surgery as required.B. Determination of
appropriate exposure factors and positions patient utilizing
immobilization devices when appropriate to insure optimum film
quality.2)Operates portable radiographic equipment and C-arm
effectively in patient room, intensive care, and surgery. 2.Adheres
to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety
procedures.3)Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting
exam.1)Prepare patients for exam. Obtains and records history,
explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their comfort.C.
Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.1)Reviews
radiographs to ensure optimum quality.2)Reports
environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource
personnel.3)Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS
systems.4)Labels all radiographs appropriately following
department's established criteria and standards.D. Consistently
maintains an attitude of professionalism, cooperation and positive
interaction with co-workers, physicians, patients and
families.1)Participates in assessment of own learning needs and
actively seeks opportunity for professional growth.2)Attends
in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and
technical procedures.3)Attends CPR classes to maintain
re-certification.4)Maintains appropriate state license and national
board certification.E. Maintenance of supplies needed to ensure
adequate level needed for quality patient care.1)Ensures
cleanliness of equipment and work area.2)Maintains inventory of
supplies in work area. Identifies supplies and equipment needs for
procedure, restocks work area as necessary.3)Uses Universal
Precautions in daily performance of procedures.F. Maintains
environment that is safe based on age and developmental
status.1)Complies with procedural standards in the care of children
and adult population.2)Assists with proper positioning and
restraining of children and elderly patients as necessary.3)Assists
with patient/family participation in post procedural care for all
age groups and provides resource information as
directed.4)Reinforce appropriate psychosocial interventions based
on age and developmental status.5)Reassured children and aging
patients.6)Interacts with families as so determined by need of
case.Education/Experience Required:-Graduate of an accredited
school of Radiologic Technology -Certificate with 10 years of
experience or Associate Degree in Radiologic TechnologyKnowledge,
Skills & Abilities Required:-Good communication skills -Basic
understanding of R.I.S., and basic computer knowledge-IEMA
accreditation in medical radiation technology -American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) eligible with registration
performed within 3 months of start date. -CPR certificationPhysical
Requirements and Working Conditions:-Ability to work weekends and
holidays in order to accommodate staffing needs. -Ability to work
rotating shift any day of the week. -Ability to take call and
arrive on site within one hour -May be exposed to radiation during
procedures. -May be required to sit or stand for long periods of
time, or be required to lift and move patients -May be exposed to
hazardous materials, infectious disease and required to participate
in annual emergency drills. -Required to maintain current CPR
certification.If position has direct patient care or direct patient
contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous
lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35
pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or
when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling
equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other
associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement
situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.This job
description indicates the general nature and level of work expected
of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities
required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform
other related duties.Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R139751. Posted
job title: Radiology TechnologistAbout Advocate Aurora
HealthAdvocate Aurora Health's 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values
of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our
stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be
the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools
and resources for orientation, education and professional
development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice
as a team member will be heard clearly whether you're at one of our
10 Magnet - designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care.
-Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate
Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue
their passion.Benefits
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