Radiologic Technologist Job at Advocate Health Care (Rome)

Job Responsibility

Performs and assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures
Documents patient history pertaining to specific procedure on requisition submitted by physician
Confirms patient identification by verbal confirmation and validating proof of identity
Prepares and administers contrast media as required
Consults with radiologist and other physicians as necessary
Selects and operates equipment as dictated by demands of individual procedure and demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills
Maintains appropriate records as required by departmental standards

Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic Technology
Must be registry eligible with registry completion within 1 year of hire date
BLS required
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served
Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers
Must have good oral and written communication skills to interact with patients and hospital staff
May be required to frequently stretch, bend, twist, squat or kneel in operating radiographic equipment
Must be able to use hands for power gripping, speed work and precision during manipulation of radiographic equipment and in the case of injured and diseased patients
Vision and hearing for distances of up to 10 feet is necessary
May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, and being near moving equipment
Able to adapt to changes in temperature and humidity

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance