Minimum 1+ years imaging experience required.
Soliant is looking for an experienced X-Ray Tech to help out our radiology department of our partner hospital in Chicago, IL.
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About the Job:
- Start Date: Immediate
- Contract: 13 Weeks
- Shift: 1st and 2nd
- Requires ARRT and BLS
- Competitive Compensation - Based on Experience and Qualifications.
About Soliant Benefits:
- Weekly Pay
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
- Extension Opportunites/New Assignments
- 401K Matching Provided
About You:
- Obtains medical history pertinent to the exam being performed within the guidelines set forth by HIPPA.
- Interprets physicians orders; screens patient(s) prior to a procedure Positions and transfers patient(s) on/off the radiographic table while utilizing proper body mechanics; provides immobilization devices or stabilizers to obtain optimum results, as necessary;
- Assists with patient and procedure room preparation; positions and adjusts equipment according to the specifications of the procedure; performs equipment safety checks prior to testing;
- Explains components of procedures to patient(s); observes and monitors patient(s) throughout procedure(s); advises the physician of any abnormal indicators;
- Performs procedures on patient(s) to produce optimal diagnostic images, under supervision; maintains sterile field during procedures, as appropriate;
- Determines the best method of obtaining optimal diagnostic images; selects and modifies technical factors and adjusts technique, as necessary; uses protective devices and techniques to minimize radiation exposure;
- Administers contrast media and/or medications, under supervision;
- Assists with post-procedure clean-up; maintains and cleans all equipment;
- Reviews, labels, formats, and processes diagnostic images after capturing; ensures diagnostic images meet established standards;
- Utilizes health information systems to navigate patient records; inputs, retrieves, and maintains information in patient records; verifies accurate completion of patient records following procedures; utilizes procedure and supply codes and charges;
- Adheres to all government, industry, or institutional regulatory guidelines;
- Operates all radiographic equipment including mobile units. Mobile units may be used at bedside, ER and OR.
- Demonstrates technical factors based on each patients body habitus. All technical factors must utilize lowest radiation dose possible.
- Maintains cleanliness and order in the department following the guidelines of JCAHO, IDPH and Infection Control.
- Reports all equipment malfunctions to supervisor. Places call for repair when necessary.
- Assists with training of Radiology Technology students.
- Calls and assists with a medical code when necessary.
- Participates in emergency drills and responds to disaster requests.
- Inputs and retrieves information from designated computer systems.
- Performs diagnostic exams utilizing CR and DR imaging
- Completes all required in-services and training
- Provides On-Call coverage as needed.
- Attends and participates in staff meetings; maintains continuing education requirements; documents completion of all training and in-services;
- Performs administrative support duties such as answering phones, assisting with inventory and records management, scanning documents, and stocking examination rooms;
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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