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Radiographer Weekends - Park Ridge Illinois
Company: Advocate Health Location: Park Ridge, Illinois
Posted On: 05/03/2024
Major Responsibilities: - Maintains competencies in multiple skill sets.
- 1)May perform as a Charge role with the ability to supervise others efficiently and effectively run department workflow during assigned shift
- 2)Function as preceptor for new hires as well as radiology students. Able to train others independently in multiple settings of the department. i.e. diagnostic x-ray and fluoroscopy
- 3)Operation of advanced digital and computed radiographic equipment including Portables, C-arms, O-arms, and Fluoroscopy units in multiple settings.
- 4)Assists Radiologists with fluoroscopic procedures including advanced exams such as GI procedures and mini special exams. Prepares radiographic/fluoroscopic rooms for procedures. Maintains equipment and supplies for Fluoroscopy case load. Able to schedule mini specials exams i.e.: myelograms, cystograms, etc.
- 5)Ability to troubleshoot diagnostic/fluoroscopic CR and DR equipment; Identify and escalate issues and submit service requests
- 6)Operates portable radiographic equipment and fluoroscopic C-arms in the OR and intensive care units (MICU, SICU, PICU)
- 7)Operates the O-arm independently
- 8)Can demonstrate competence in two of the following advanced training procedures: OR19 (Hybrid Room), Stealth Navigation, Dexa-training and certification required, EOS -training and proficiency required, and Pediatric specialized exams such as intussusception and VCUGs. *Exception: Dedicated overnight and pediatric team members must maintain competency in one of the mentioned procedures.
- 9)Participates in process or quality improvement projects, including: Outpatient Engagement initiatives, Throughput and ED Turnaround Time, High Reliability unit and safety focused initiatives, and other projects aimed at improving workflow, staff education, or department processes.
- Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician.
- 1)Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery as required.
- 2)Operates all components including all locking devices on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and c-arms.
- 3)Performs radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients to expedite immediate care of critically ill patients.
- Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positions patient utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to insure optimum film quality.
- 1)Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting exam.
- 2)Prepare patients for exam. Obtains and records history, explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their comfort.
- 3)Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety procedures.
- Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.
- 1)Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality.
- 2)Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel.
- 3)Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems.
- 4)Labels all radiographs appropriately following department's established criteria and standards.
- Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism, cooperation and positive interaction with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.
- 1)Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for professional growth.
- 2)Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures.
- 3)Attends CPR classes to maintain re-certification.
- 4)Maintains appropriate state license and national board certification.
- Maintenance of supplies needed to ensure adequate level needed for quality patient care.
- 1)Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area.
- 2)Maintains inventory of supplies in work area. Identifies supplies and equipment needs for procedure, restocks work area as necessary.
- 3)Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures.
- Maintains environment that is safe based on age and developmental status.
- 1)Complies with procedural standards in the care of children and adult population.
- 2)Assists with proper positioning and restraining of children and elderly patients as necessary.
- 3)Assists with patient/family participation in post procedural care for all age groups and provides resource information as directed.
- 4)Reinforce appropriate psychosocial interventions based on age and developmental status.
- 5)Reassured children and aging patients.
- 6)Interacts with families as so determined by need of case.Education/Experience Required:
- -Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology -Certificate or Assoc. Degree in Radiology Technology -Previous experience 3 years as a radiographer or -1 years experience at ALGH as a radiographerKnowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- -Good communication skills -Good understanding of R.I.S., working knowledge of Digital Imaging System, and basic computer skills. -Good understanding of more advanced radiographic procedures. -Able to serve as a resource to other associates.
- ARRT Registered or registry eligible IDNS Licensed Current CPR CertificationPhysicial Requirements and Working Conditions:
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