Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, as a CT/XRay Technologist in the Radiology Department. Here, under the supervision of the Supervisor, you will participate in the operation of providing CT scanning and Xray services to both inpatients and outpatients of all ages, at all CHHD sites; Harvey, Calumet City, Flossmoor and Tinley Park. The CT/Xray Technologist participates in ACR Accreditation process and in maintaining ACR standards for CT, in Radiologic Services Quality Assurance Committee with applicable indicators submitted as scheduled, and in hospital based TQM/CQI activities as requested. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. Eligible for up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus Essential Job Functions • Ensures that each patient order is completed as ordered. • Maintains attendance and tardiness according to hospital standards • Demonstrates a positive, supportive attitude to physicians, patients, families and other personnel consistently, and in emergency and non-emergency situations • Ensures comfort and safety of patients with in the department at all times • Maintains courteous and pleasant attitude • Ensures the performance of daily quality control on instrumentation per department protocol. • Maintain all records and documentation as required by personnel for DNV Inspections. • Ensure radiation protection and safety practices for technologist and others in accordance with prescribed standards. (except US/MRI) • Make minor adjustments to equipment as deemed necessary • Adhere to all prescribed safety procedures in the performance of their duties. • Checks quality of examinations and performs repeats if necessary. • Provides patient and student with explanation of protocol and procedures when applicable. • Maintains awareness of safety hazards and use of equipment to prevent damage to personnel and patients. • Reports equipment needing repair to Manager/Lead technologist immediately • Obtains a complete history from the patient and/or chart prior to implementing procedures. • Performs imaging operations on assigned patients to obtain optimum exams • Maintains an orderly work area to ensure maximum efficiency. • Assists other staff when work is completed • Exhibits timely, satisfactory completion of patient’s assignments with minimal assistance, as evidenced by no overtime unless requested and approved by supervisor. • Documents tests, procedures, to be performed on chart, and communicates this to appropriate person, and follows through to assure orders are completed with no documented errors noted. • Properly documents all unusual incidents • Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with production and quality standards. • Observes the confidentiality of department information • Introduces self to patient by name and title 100% of time. • Ensures the explanation of procedures and protocols are given to patients and significant others within 5 minutes of patient's entering the department for all patient exams. • Ensures the performance of the imaging process on the appropriate patient, following established procedures, and as prescribed by the physician. • Monitors studies for proper and adequate labeling, marking and history for all patient treatments. • Ensures observance of safety standards in compliance with legal requirements and department regulations. • Demonstrates knowledge of age specific factors necessary to perform duties safely and effectively. • Displays patience and tact when dealing with patients' families and other health professionals. • Preserves patient dignity, privacy and modesty following all HIPPA guidelines at all times. • Participates in in-service educational programs. • Attends relevant workshops and conferences as available. • Attends all mandatory departmental and hospital in-services • Attends seminars to enhance leadership and technical skills • Formulates written goals and objectives, and reviews annually with director • Seeks education and learning experience in areas of identified growth needs and review progress during annual evaluation. Required Qualifications • Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology and maintains certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). • Retains an active Radiography accreditation with the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety. Registry eligible applicants must provide proof of application for temporary license (IEMA). • Must successfully complete and maintain CPR Position Details • Job Type/FTE: Full-Time/0.90FTE • Shift: Nights - 12hr shifts • Work Location: Harvey, Calumet City, Flossmoor and Tinley Park • Unit/Department: Radiology - CT • CBA Code: Non-Union