Carle Health Peoria , IL 61601
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Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech)
Department: Radiology
Usual Schedule: 8a-430p
Regions:
On Call Requirements: Yes
Job Category: Allied Health
Work Location: Methodist Medical Center
Employment Type: Full
Nursing Specialty:
Job Post ID: 35059
Secondary Job Category:
Experience Requirements: None
Weekend Requirements: rotating
Education Requirements: Associates Degree
Shift: Day
Location: Peoria, IL
Holiday Requirements: Yes
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS - EXTERNAL ONLY
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.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology or Certificate in Radiologic Technology
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Radiography (R)(ARRT) upon hire
IEMA Radiography License Illinois upon hire
BLS within 30 days of hire
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
2+ years experience working in Radiologic Technology
1-3 years of experience in/with problem-solving skills, the ability to set priorities, organize work and have excellent interpersonal skills. Flexibility and the ability to work well with other is required
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Work may occasionally require travel to other facilities
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Basic reading, writing, oral English skills
AccountabilityMulticultural sensitivity
Customer/patient focused
Basic computer knowledge
Critical thinking skills using independent judgement in making decisions
Ability to respond appropriately to customer/co-workerInteraction with a wide variety of people
Maintain confidential information
Ability to communicate only the facts to recipients or to decline to reveal information
Ability to project a professional, friendly, helpful demeanor
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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
Departmental SupportPerforms support functions of the medical imaging department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met.
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
Employee Development/Clinical ExcellenceAssumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively. Displays leadership skills in their daily process.
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
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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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