Radiologic Technologist

Job Title: Radiologic Technologist
Location: Peoria Illinois
Schedule: Full-Time Varied Shifts Rotating Weekends and Holidays
Pay Range: $27.25$35.67 per hour ($56680$74194 annually)
Shift Differentials: $2.75 per hour for nights $2.50 per hour for weekends
Sign-On Bonus: $15000 with a two-year commitment
Relocation Assistance: May be available on a case-by-case basis
Openings: 5
New Graduates: Welcome to apply

Job Overview

A leading healthcare organization is seeking Radiologic Technologists to join its Diagnostic Radiology team in Peoria Illinois. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced technologists and qualified new graduates to build their skills in a large fast-paced acute-care environment.

The Radiologic Technologist will perform diagnostic imaging examinations for inpatient outpatient emergency trauma and surgical patients. The role includes fixed-room imaging portable radiography and fluoroscopic procedures using C-arm equipment in surgical and sterile environments.

The department supports a broad range of patient populations and provides exposure to emergency and Level I trauma imaging operating room procedures portable exams and complex hospital-based radiography.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations according to physician orders and established imaging protocols
• Provide imaging services to inpatient outpatient emergency trauma and surgical patients
• Perform portable radiographic examinations throughout the hospital
• Operate C-arm fluoroscopy equipment during surgical and sterile procedures
• Prepare and position patients accurately for diagnostic examinations
• Review patient medical histories and verify appropriate imaging orders
• Explain procedures to patients and answer questions regarding the imaging process
• Select appropriate positioning techniques and technical factors based on the examination and patient condition
• Adapt imaging techniques for pediatric geriatric trauma and medically complex patients
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images while minimizing unnecessary radiation exposure
• Review completed images for quality positioning and completeness
• Collaborate with radiologists and other providers when additional imaging may be required
• Maintain patient safety and comfort throughout examinations
• Follow infection-control radiation-safety and sterile-procedure standards
• Operate portable fixed-room and surgical imaging equipment safely and effectively
• Document examinations and patient information accurately in the electronic medical record
• Maintain appropriate communication with physicians nurses surgical teams and other clinical departments
• Participate in rotating weekend and holiday coverage

Equipment & Technology

Technologists may work with:

• Carestream imaging equipment
• GE imaging equipment
• Philips imaging equipment
• OEC surgical imaging systems
• C-arm fluoroscopy
• O-arm imaging systems
• Portable radiography equipment
• Epic electronic medical record
• Change Healthcare PACS

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
• Current or eligible ARRT registration in Radiography
• Current Illinois Emergency Management Agency radiography accreditation/licensure as required
• Current Basic Life Support certification
• Strong understanding of radiographic anatomy physiology positioning and technical factors
• Ability to safely perform diagnostic imaging across a variety of patient populations
• Strong communication and patient-care skills
• Ability to work effectively in emergency trauma inpatient and procedural environments
• Ability to meet rotating weekend and holiday scheduling requirements

Preferred

• One or more years of Radiologic Technologist experience
• Acute-care hospital experience
• Emergency or trauma imaging experience
• Portable radiography experience
• Operating room and C-arm fluoroscopy experience
• Experience with Epic and PACS

Qualified new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Department Information

The imaging department includes:

• Main/Inpatient Department: 5 diagnostic rooms 6 portable units and 1 Panorex unit
• Emergency Department: 2 fixed imaging rooms 2 overhead-mounted trauma rooms and 1 portable unit
• Surgery: 11 C-arms 2 O-arms and 2 portable units
• Outpatient Imaging: 3 on-campus imaging rooms

Technologists work alongside other clinical team members and are not routinely assigned to work alone. There is no regular on-call requirement.

Benefits

• $15000 sign-on bonus with a two-year commitment
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Night and weekend shift differentials
• Relocation assistance may be available based on individual circumstances
• Comprehensive medical dental and vision benefits
• Retirement savings programs
• Paid time off
• Continuing-education and professional-development opportunities
• Career development within Diagnostic Imaging
• Opportunity to gain experience in emergency trauma surgery inpatient and outpatient radiology

If you are an ARRT-registered Radiologic Technologistor a new graduate ready to begin your imaging career in a diverse acute-care environmentwe would love to hear from you.