ID: 47830741 Shift: Day DAYS: 730AM- 5PM 4x10 Hr Description: Job Description: - 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. 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. Department-Specific Job Functions: -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. Schedule : 730AM- 5PMSkills: Required Skills & Experience: -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. Preferred Skills & Experience: -Previous Radiologic Technology experience in a procedural setting. RequiredRADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTRADIOGRAPHYRADIOLOGYARRTACLSAdditionalEducation: Required Education: -Associate's Degree in Related Field OR -Certificate in Radiologic Technology Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -BLS (American Heart Assoc.) -ACLS (American Heart Assoc.) -IEMA Radiography License Illinois -Radiography (R)(ARRT) Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A;Languages: English Read Write Speak English(Speak, Read, Write)Job Category: Clinical-Allied Guaranteed Hours: 40.00 Contract Weeks:89