Radiologic Technologist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois

Overview:

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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 Excellence

• Performs 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 Support

• Performs 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 Excellence

• Assumes 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
• Displays 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 field

Salary Range:

The compensation range for this position is $30.39 per hour - $52.27 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. 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.