Travel Radiology Technician - $2,131 per week

Company: Methodist Hospitals - Northlake
Location: Gary
Posted on: September 28, 2024

Job Description:

• Certification Details
• Associates Radiology Required
• Active IN Radiologic Technologist License Required
• ARRT (R) Radiography Registration through The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required
• Basic Life Support Certification Required
  • Job Details
  • 35 min from Downtown Chicago. Facility is very well ran and super friendly to our staff.
  • Gary-A world-class commercial, industrial and cultural city, Chicago functions as is a major national center and as the major regional center for America's heartland. It originally emerged as a transport center for cargo headed west and agricultural products headed east by land and water. Although transportation technology has changed, the role has not. The city is the most important passenger and freight transport hub in the country with the largest number of air departures and the most rail traffic in the nation. The commercial and manufacturing economy stands out both for its size and diversity. Over 30 Fortune 500 companies in an assortment of industries have headquarters here. Factories and warehouses extend for miles from the downtown area. Chicago is also a major center for small manufacturing and business. There is probably no more diverse an economy in the country.
    • Job Requirements
    • Demonstrated clinical competency in the field of radiology.
    • Developed verbal and written communication skills required, and strong interpersonal skills a must.
    • A high degree of independent action and exercise of judgment is a must, along with a creative ability.
    • Ability to work under required deadlines and schedules, while being flexible to handle special requests and projects.
    • Ability to multi-task under stressful situations, and ability to professionally handle stressful situations.
    • Ability to provide compassionate patient care.
    • Must be detailed oriented.
    • Associates Radiology Required
    • 2 years Imaging Related Experience Preferred
      • Schedule Information
      • 4 10 hour shifts
        • Unit Specific Information
        • Performs radiologic procedures with all x-ray equipment only when requested by a physician.
        • Introduces self to patient and fully explains the exam prior to the start of the exam.
        • Obtains proper patient history, including previous allergic reactions, history of allergies, menstrual history, other information that is appropriate to the patient's safety, as well as necessary clinical information.
        • Positions the patient in the x-ray equipment for each view by using the proper technique (MA, time, KVP) in order to reduce radiation exposure, while using proper shielding, collimation and immobilization devices as indicated for each age specific group.
        • Informs and explains to patients the reason for delay of more than 15 minutes from scheduled appointment time.
        • Keeps assigned work areas clean and stocked, checks emergency kits, oxygen and suction, reports any low supplies to the tech in charge and replaces any supplies used during a procedure immediately after completing an exam.
        • Learns and practices sterile technique when it is required for a procedure, and assists the radiologist during all fluoroscopy and special procedures.
        • Learns how to process a patient through the hospital and radiology information system, and learns how to utilize the PACS system properly.
        • Reviews bulletin boards and mailboxes daily for any pertinent information from the hospital, new policies, new procedures or any other general information.
          • Additional Details
          • This position is responsible for providing patients with diagnostic radiologic testing. This includes the proper management of workflow to ensure that all patients receive the best care possible.
          • Performs other duties as needed and/or assigned.

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