Radiology Technologist
AdventHealth, Hinsdale, IL, United States
Job Description
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, team members, and others of diverse backgrounds.
Move, position, and manipulate radiographic equipment to complete requested procedures safely.
Perform direct patient care duties within the technologist’s scope of practice, including monitoring patient condition, transporting patients, and applying proper infection control techniques.
Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use, and that all equipment undergoes routine cleaning and safety checks.
Notify appropriate personnel when inventory is low.
Cross‑train into advanced modalities as needed.
Follow basic radiation safety concepts of time, distance and shielding to keep exposure levels ALARA for patient and staff.
Perform radiographic imaging procedures, ensuring high‑quality images that meet department standards.
Position patients and equipment, selecting technical factors to produce radiographic images safely and in a timely manner.
Perform imaging with correct patient demographic and examination information.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.
Assist patients during procedures, ensuring their comfort, safety, and privacy, in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledgeable in all aspects of Diagnostic Imaging, including Surgery and Trauma.
Previous Radiologic Technologist experience.
One year post‑certification experience required to evaluate and/or instruct student radiographers.
Ability to analyze and assess data, techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control to ensure accurate presentation of information.
Up‑to‑date knowledge of patient positioning and equipment operations.
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients, their families, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry.
Ability to fully use all radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Must be able to use computer system for data entry and retrieval.
Patient care skills for Infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations.
Must be able to independently perform radiographic procedures to departmental standards.
Demonstrates ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively.
Ability to learn and use radiology software packages such as Cerner, Radnet, PACS, etc.
Maintain responsibility for all required registries and licenses to perform Diagnostic Imaging.
Responsible for maintaining all required continuing and annual education.
Knowledge of Diagnostic Radiological Procedures/Positions.
Ability to determine appropriate technical factors.
Ability to learn and master new tasks related to Image Quality and Radiation Safety.
Ability to communicate effectively and work with people of various diverse backgrounds.
Adult, child, and infant CPR.
Ability to perform radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision.
Knowledge of communication styles and proper engagement behaviors when encountering patients, staff, and physicians.
Knowledge of computerized and radiographic equipment to perform diagnostic procedures with minimal radiation exposure and maximum image quality.
Ability to communicate and receive instructions, verbally and written, and carry them out as directed.
Must be able to operate radiographic equipment and work with electrical and radiant energy.
Comprehensive knowledge of general radiographic procedures.
Ability to multi‑task efficiently in a fast‑paced, high patient volume environment.
Strong critical thinking skills.
Knowledge and skill necessary to provide care addressing the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age‑appropriate needs of the patient population served.
Education
High School Graduate or Equivalent
Associate degree (preferred)
Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Work Experience
1+ year experience preferably in radiology or a new graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Technologist – Radiography (RT(R)(ARRT))
Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS)
IEMA
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements: Please review the detailed requirements at https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem.
Pay Range
$23.32 – $43.37 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
403‑B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well‑Being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
This facility is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
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Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, team members, and others of diverse backgrounds.
Move, position, and manipulate radiographic equipment to complete requested procedures safely.
Perform direct patient care duties within the technologist’s scope of practice, including monitoring patient condition, transporting patients, and applying proper infection control techniques.
Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use, and that all equipment undergoes routine cleaning and safety checks.
Notify appropriate personnel when inventory is low.
Cross‑train into advanced modalities as needed.
Follow basic radiation safety concepts of time, distance and shielding to keep exposure levels ALARA for patient and staff.
Perform radiographic imaging procedures, ensuring high‑quality images that meet department standards.
Position patients and equipment, selecting technical factors to produce radiographic images safely and in a timely manner.
Perform imaging with correct patient demographic and examination information.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.
Assist patients during procedures, ensuring their comfort, safety, and privacy, in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledgeable in all aspects of Diagnostic Imaging, including Surgery and Trauma.
Previous Radiologic Technologist experience.
One year post‑certification experience required to evaluate and/or instruct student radiographers.
Ability to analyze and assess data, techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control to ensure accurate presentation of information.
Up‑to‑date knowledge of patient positioning and equipment operations.
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients, their families, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry.
Ability to fully use all radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Must be able to use computer system for data entry and retrieval.
Patient care skills for Infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations.
Must be able to independently perform radiographic procedures to departmental standards.
Demonstrates ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively.
Ability to learn and use radiology software packages such as Cerner, Radnet, PACS, etc.
Maintain responsibility for all required registries and licenses to perform Diagnostic Imaging.
Responsible for maintaining all required continuing and annual education.
Knowledge of Diagnostic Radiological Procedures/Positions.
Ability to determine appropriate technical factors.
Ability to learn and master new tasks related to Image Quality and Radiation Safety.
Ability to communicate effectively and work with people of various diverse backgrounds.
Adult, child, and infant CPR.
Ability to perform radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision.
Knowledge of communication styles and proper engagement behaviors when encountering patients, staff, and physicians.
Knowledge of computerized and radiographic equipment to perform diagnostic procedures with minimal radiation exposure and maximum image quality.
Ability to communicate and receive instructions, verbally and written, and carry them out as directed.
Must be able to operate radiographic equipment and work with electrical and radiant energy.
Comprehensive knowledge of general radiographic procedures.
Ability to multi‑task efficiently in a fast‑paced, high patient volume environment.
Strong critical thinking skills.
Knowledge and skill necessary to provide care addressing the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age‑appropriate needs of the patient population served.
Education
High School Graduate or Equivalent
Associate degree (preferred)
Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Work Experience
1+ year experience preferably in radiology or a new graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Technologist – Radiography (RT(R)(ARRT))
Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS)
IEMA
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements: Please review the detailed requirements at https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem.
Pay Range
$23.32 – $43.37 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
403‑B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well‑Being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
This facility is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
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