Job DescriptionSUMMARY: The X‑Ray Technologist will perform general and portable radiography exams, EKGs and all duties related to the orderly function of the Department of Radiology.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSComplete and process radiographs, including all essential paperwork.Review physician's order to assure appropriateness of examination being requested.Maintain an effective client (physician and patient) and interdepartmental relations.Maintain technical expertise.RESPONSIBILITIESComplete and process radiographsPosition and transfer patientsSelect proper technical factors on an individual patient basisSelect and operate equipmentProvide protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.Process diagnostic imagesReview images for proper positioning, technique, and identification.Responsible for completing all exams prior to leaving shift after checking with patient departmentsRadiology Staff is Responsible for after hours ON‑CALL, responds for STAT x‑ray proceduresPrompt availability by phone and email necessaryAvailable to cover on‑call every other weekend and a minimum of 2 weeknights per weekProvide at a minimum of 2‑4 shifts/monthly of weekend availability for staff coverage.Operate the department in an efficient and effective mannerFollow hospital infection control policiesMaintain adequate recordsResponsible for completing logbook, verifying requisitions and orders coordinateMaintains order and cleanliness of radiology departmentResponsible for transmitting of images and EKG's for reports and finalizing information in the patients EMRResponsible for confirming images with correct orders are sent to PACS for the RadiologistMaintain an effective client (physician, provider and staff) and interdepartmental relationsInteract with patients and families in a professional mannerAct as a technical resource for the physician or clinical departmentsPerform EKGsPerform EKGs following the established departmental guidelinesPrepare and sends EKGs to the University of Chicago Department of Pediatric Cardiology for interpretationDeliver completed EKG interpretations to the physician and appropriate areas (nursing unit or medical records)Maintain technical expertiseAttend continuing education workshopsMaintain CPR certificationMaintain current State of Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety licenseMaintain current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certificateAdditional functions: Performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsEducation: Completion of a formal radiology technology training program at an American Medical Association approved school (will accept new grads).Related Work Experience: At least one (1) year experience in clinical radiology and experience with Digital Radiography.Current Illinois Radiology Technologist License is required. Accreditation by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency is required and this accreditation must be renewed every two years.An American Registry of Radiologic Technology certificate is required. Annual renewal of this certificate is required.Additional InformationLa Rabida Children's Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr