Radiologic Technologist - Methodist
Carle Health
- Location
- Onsite (Peoria, IL)
- Compensation
- $30 - $52/hr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the Role
Carle Health is a leading nonprofit healthcare system in Illinois seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures. The role involves ensuring patient safety, maintaining equipment, and supporting departmental operations within a collaborative clinical environment.
Skills
Perks
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation bonus
Full job details
Overview
Sign-on Bonus Available!
Relocation bonus available for 1yr+ experience and >50mi
To perform routine and specialized diagnostic radiological procedures for patients of all ages in order to confirm or deny required treatment. This requires independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a Radiologist.
Responsibilities
Clinical ExcellencePerforms radiologic diagnostic procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of medical imaging- Exhibits competency and is the resource person to staff when performing radiographic procedures
- Knowledgeable about views required for each exam enhancing image quality through the use of appropriate filters, collimation, markers and patient identification
- Maintains quality care throughout the procedure, making patient as comfortable as possible, practicing radiation protection through shielding and collimation whenever possible
- Proper care of the patient is efficient and expedient
- Maintains expert working knowledge of equipment and resource person for troubleshooting
- Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories to that room
- Performs lab testing as appropriate
- Promptly and accurately processes and prepares images and paper work to ensure timely turn around in providing a report
- Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care assisting in patient transport to and from the department as required
- Promptly and accurately enters patient information into HIS system and accurately completes all fields in the HIS Radiant and PACS
- Maintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programs
- Share knowledge, guides, and encourages participation from fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and procedures
- Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment
- Completes work within assigned shift using slow time to improve area appearance and accept additional assignments such as cassette cleaning, apron testing and film file duties
- Provides input on the evaluation of staff
- Participates in the Quality Improvement process
- Leads in development of teamwork of staff to ensure efficient and appropriate patient care
- Networks with other professionals regionally
- Demonstrates ability to multitask to assist with workflow
- Develops new processes utilizing creative ideas for a dynamic environment
- Assists in achieving competencies
- Maintains a current knowledge by keeping abreast of trends in new processes and procedures
- Follows up on concerns/problems as needed
- Display a professional attitude in order to foster mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment
Qualifications
Certifications: Registered in Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), Education: Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology; Associate's Degree: Radiologic Technology, Work Experience: Related fieldCarle Health Company Overview
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Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.
Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
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