Rad Tech Lead - Surgery And/Or Pain Mgmt CFH

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Rad Tech Lead

• Surgery and/or Pain Mgmt CFH

Department: Radiology

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Usual Schedule: Monday- Friday, 4, 10's

Regions: Carle Foundation

On Call Requirements: Y

Job Category: Therapy Services

Work Location: Carle Foundation Hospital

Employment Type: Full

• Time

Nursing Specialty:

Job Post ID: 42263

Secondary Job Category: Allied Health

Experience Requirements: None

Weekend Requirements: N

Education Requirements: Associates Degree

Shift: Day

Location: Urbana, IL

Holiday Requirements: Y

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Radiologic Technologist performs diagnostic general radiological procedures utilizing various imaging equipment to assist in diagnosis of disease and injuries.

Special Summer Incentive

• Sign on bonus - $15,000
• Free Health Insurance for the rest of the year

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

College Diploma in Related Field or Certificate in Radiologic Technology

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

IEMA Radiography License upon hire and Radiography (R)(ARRT) within 1 year.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Positive attitude and demonstrated willingness to assess and improve work environment. Ability to perform multiple tasks while coordinating patient flow and a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs radiographic procedures by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accreting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols. Reviews cases with the radiologist when appropriate. Reviews labs and patient history to perform correct exam. Administers IV contrast and oral/rectal contrast when appropriate. Recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or allergic reactions. Administers IV contrast material by means of existing IV line or by performing veni-puncture. Screens the patient for possibility of pregnancy and performs pregnancy testing if applicable.

• Operates equipment utilized and required in an OR/Pain Treatment setting such as C-arm, O-arm, mini C-arm, etc...

• Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist.

• Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.

• Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes the web servers and email systems to send exams for preliminary readings after hours.

• Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.

• Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss.

• Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary. May perform duties of Rad Tech Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence.

• Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity.

• May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer.

• Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department.

• Required secondary registries are not required for cross trained modalities at HRHC unless otherwise required by specific compliance, licensure, or accrediting bodies.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.

Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.

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