Radiology Tech (RT)- Pain Clinic Outpatient

Part-time position of 20 hours per week, scheduled 5 days Monday to Friday, in the Pain Clinic at 3000 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL. Hours are flexible and extra hours can be picked up as needed. Works Pain Clinic only; floating to other departments is not required. New Rad Tech grads are encouraged to apply and no experience is required.

Responsibilities

Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician; Operates all components of the Digital Imaging System; Assists radiologists in performing mini-special procedures in the fluoroscopic suites; Performs radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients to expedite immediate care of critically ill patients; Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery as required; Operates all components including all locking devices on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and C-arms; Assists radiologists in performing fluoroscopic examinations; Performs radiographic examination in surgery as required; Determines appropriate exposure factors and positions patients utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to ensure optimum film quality; Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety procedures; Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting exam; Prepares patients for exam, obtains and records history, explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their comfort; Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality; Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel; Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems; Labels all radiographs appropriately following department's established criteria and standards; Maintains an attitude of professionalism, cooperation and positive interaction with co-workers, physicians, patients and families; Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures; Maintains appropriate state license and national board certification; Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area; Maintains inventory of supplies in work area and restocks as necessary; Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures; Complies with procedural standards in the care of children and adult population; Assists with proper positioning and restraining of children and elderly patients as necessary; Assists with patient/family participation in post-procedural care for all age groups; Reinforces appropriate psychosocial interventions based on age and developmental status; Interacts with families as determined by need of case

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology; Good communication skills; Basic understanding of R.I.S., and basic computer knowledge; IEMA accreditation in medical radiation technology; American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) eligible with registration performed within 3 months of start date; CPR certification

Benefits

$2500 sign-on bonus available to part-time hire; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; 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