Department: 36317 AMC Sheboygan County
Job Title: Radiographer
Job Summary:
Competently operates CT equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures. Obtains medical history from patients and compares requisitions to physicians orders to ensure exam accuracy. Positions patient and selects proper scanning factors, adjusts factors to attain the appropriate images, and provides radiation protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies.
Responsibilities:
• Competently operates CT equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures. • Obtains medical history from patients and compares requisitions to physicians orders to ensure exam accuracy. • Positions patient and selects proper scanning factors, adjusts factors to attain the appropriate images, and provides radiation protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies. • Prepares and administers contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist, and assists in the proper scanning techniques. • Provides measurements and additional slices for accurate interpretation with direction from the Radiologist. • Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images. • Prepares and maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges. • Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures. • Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff and evaluates new products and equipment. • Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Requirements:
• Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin, and Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and Computed Tomography (CT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 18 months, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months. • Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology. • No experience required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and basic radiation safety. • Competent in IV and venipuncture (if required by facility). • Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members. • Ability to work independently. • Intermediate computer skills.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday. • Must be able to: • lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist. • lift up to 20 lbs. over the head. • carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance. • Must be able to: • push/pull with 30 lbs. of force. • perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. • Must have clear speech, vision and hearing. • May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
• Compensation: Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. • Premium pay: Such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammates job. • Incentive pay for select positions. • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. • Benefits and more: Paid Time Off programs, Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability. • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses. • Family benefits: Such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave. • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs. • Educational Assistance Program.
About Advocate Health:
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.