Radiology Technologist

Advocate Health

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$28.55 - $42.85 ph
Obtain and examine requisition
Question patient before procedure
Screen and document possible pregnancy
Attempt to understand patient's needs and respond accordingly, introduce self and explain procedure to every patient, reassure and consistently attempt to obtain patient cooperation while reducing anxiety

Job Summary

  • Attempt to understand patient's needs and respond accordingly, introduce self and explain procedure to every patient, reassure and consistently attempt to obtain patient cooperation while reducing anxiety.
  • Review patient’s condition and determine the proper exposure factor for each radiograph, demonstrate willingness and ability to assist others as requested.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more.

Matching Summary

Attempt to understand patient's needs and respond accordingly, introduce self and explain procedure to every patient, reassure and consistently attempt to obtain patient cooperation while reducing anxiety.

Salary

$28.55 - $42.85

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Obtain and examine requisition
  • Question patient before procedure
  • Screen and document possible pregnancy
  • Select proper film and place markers
  • Use lead gonadal shield and collimation
  • Position x-ray equipment properly
  • Adapt to varying patient conditions
  • Determine proper exposure factor
  • Assist others as requested
  • Demonstrate knowledge of institutional policies
  • Operate equipment safely
  • Use Universal Precautions
  • Maintain annual CPR certification
  • Maintain IDNS and ARRT licensure

Nice-to-have

  • Weekend and holiday availability preferred
  • Volunteer for additional work
  • Use time to department advantage
  • Recognize needs and behaviors of all age groups

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of approved radiology technology school
  • IDNS registry eligible
  • CPR certified
  • Able to lift, push, pull 50 lbs. with assistance
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance

Work Rights

Not specified

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