Radiologic Technologist

Job Details Radiologic Technologist - Cath Lab Department: HVI Procedures - CPG Usual Schedule: 4,9hr shifts/wk 7:30a-5p Regions: On Call Requirements: Department rotation Job Category: Allied Health Work Location: Carle Foundation Hospital Employment Type: Full - Time Nursing Specialty: Job Post ID: 36664 Secondary Job Category: Allied Health Experience Requirements: None Weekend Requirements: Department rotation Education Requirements: Associates Degree Shift: Day Location: Urbana, IL Holiday Requirements: Department rotation APPLY NOW Check out this job opening for Carle Providers: Radiologic Technologist - Cath Lab Check out this job opening for Carle Providers: Radiologic Technologist - Cath Lab Job Description JOB SUMMARY: The Registered Radiologic Technologist is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility of patients for a designated time frame and to provide care, specifically in the Heart & Vascular Institute. The patient population consists of those requiring an invasive cardiology or invasive radiology study. The Registered Radiologic Technologist will assist the physician in all procedures and provide a valuable service to the patient and the team. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Associate's Degree in Related field or Certificate in Radiologic Technology CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS Radiography (R)(ARRT) upon hire and IEMA Radiography License upon hire and Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS preferreder previous Radiologic Technology experience in a procedural setting. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Capacity to learn and retain information regarding patient care and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, follow directions, and complete detailed work accurately. Demonstrates compassion and caring in dealing with others. Manual dexterity to handle small supplies. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Administers contrast material (when applicable), according to physician's request, by means of existing IV line or by performing venipuncture and placing IV line; recognizes and responds to hypersensitivity or allergic reactions. All functions and duties will be under the direct supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist. Assists with inventory/supplies. Checks for correct patient and chart identification, diagnosis, and treatment position. Compiles pertinent clinical information pertaining to lab, pathology, etc. Assists in instruction of new staff as necessary. Documents accurately and completely. Explains procedure to patient and provides for patient care- including comfort, support, safety, and confidentiality. Accurately informs procedural nurse of correct doses of intra-procedural medications, radiation and sponge/sharp counts. Performs on call duties and/or work variable shifts as assigned to meet department needs. Performs all essential functions of the Radiologic Technologist. Able to work around and maintain a sterile field during procedures. Administers and with holds contrast and treatment as appropriate. Assess patients for allergies. Can pull supplies for procedures. Takes late shift duties as assigned to meet department needs. Skin suturing. Basic knowledge of ECG interpretation. Electrophysiology equipment troubleshooting. Understanding and running the pacing stimulator during ablations and EP studies. APPLY NOW All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. 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. For more information: . Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado. Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted. Illinois Required Notices Your Rights Under Illinois Employment Laws Federal Required Notices Employee Rights under FLSA OSHA Employee Rights under FMLA EEO It's The Law Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Employee Polygraph Protection Act Your Rights under USERRA