Radiologic Technologist (Part-Time)

pspanstrongIt’s the people that make the difference.  Are you ready to make your impact?  /strong/span/p pspanMidwest Orthopaedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services.  The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked top 10 in Orthopedics by U.S. News and World Report.  Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world.  MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.  /span/p pspanstrongReady to join? /strong We are looking for a part-time Radiologic Technologist to join our team. The Radiologic Technologist will be responsible for performing high quality diagnostic images. Potential candidate must possess high energy, be compassionate, flexible, and have great attention to detail. Candidate must be flexible to work 3 days/week (no weekends) and the position will be based at the outpatient clinic in Munster, Indiana and report to the Manager of Radiology. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package./span/p pstrongEssential Duties and Responsibilities/strong/p ul lispanPrepare patient for radiologic procedures and takes x-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety./span/li lispanMaintain working knowledge in the use of PACS, DR and CR Radiologic equipment./span/li lispanTrains with new procedures and technologies as they are added to the Radiology workflow. /span/li lispanUse C-Arm where appropriate./span/li lispanPrepare medications and assists the physician with Fluoroscopic procedures./span/li lispanMaintain procedure rooms and stocks necessary medical and fluoroscopy supplies. /span/li lispanPrepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.  /span/li lispanAdjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. Holding of the patient may be required for certain exams where immobilization devices cannot be used. /span/li lispanExplains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation./span/li lispanMoves imaging equipment into specified position, determines exposure factors on basis of height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree of penetration required, and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy./span/li lispanPractices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patients and staff./span/li lispanPerforms specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures./span/li lispanAssists physicians in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations.  Measures and prepares medication and contrast media./span/li lispanProcesses images and reviews for proper identification and quality control./span/li lispanPrepares images for reading by the requesting physician./span/li lispanNotifies the Radiology Manager regarding malfunctions and repairs as needed./span/li lispanProperly uses EHR to enter CPT codes for billing purposes./span/li lispanProperly uses EHR and PACS for Radiology and charting purposes. /span/li lispanOther duties as assigned./span/li /ul pspanstrongEducation and/or Experience/strong/span/p ul lispanGraduate of an accredited X-Ray Technologist Program./span/li lispanCertified Registered Technician of Radiography (RT-R.)/span/li lispanIEMA and ARRT Certification./span/li /ul pspan /span/p pstrongWhat’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package./strongspan /span/p pstrongPay Range: $32.00 - $38.00 per hour.span /span/strongspanCompensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package./span/p ul liIncentive Programs for Radiology Team/li liMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance./li liPaid Time Off and Paid Holidays./li liCompany-paid life and long-term disability insurance./li liVoluntary life, ADD, and short-term disability insurance./li liCritical Illness and Accident Insurance./li li401(k) Savings Plan./li li401(k) Employer Contribution./li liPet Insurance./li liCommuter Benefits./li liEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)./li liTax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA)./li liHSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP)./li liTuition Reimbursement./li /ul pspanOur employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we’re all about. Equal Opportunity Employer. #INDAOJ/span/p