Radiology Technologist
Rockford, Illinois
OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center

Radiology Rad Tech

Location: Rockford, Illinois Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: Days, 10-hour shifts (40 hours/week) Unit Setting: Outpatient, ED, and inpatient work Equipment: 3 Carestream portable units, 4 rooms (one in the ED), 9 C-arms (OEC/GE, including one 3D), 1 O-arm (Medtronic), 1 fluoroscopy unit (Carestream)

Position Summary

The radiology technologist performs radiographic procedures under the direction of a radiologist, with independent judgment and initiative in applying prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnosis. Responsibilities include collecting medical history, answering patient questions about imaging, guiding patients safely through procedures, and adapting positioning and technical factors for children, the elderly, and patients with debilitating conditions. The technologist also confers with providers on imaging results and helps determine whether additional images are needed.

Required Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience
• ARRT certification
• BLS certification
• IEMA credential
• Active Illinois license, or confirmation that the application process has been started

Preferred Qualifications

• Level I Trauma experience (preferred but not required)

Schedule and On-Call

• No on-call duties
• Weekend rotation every 3rd weekend

Orientation and Policies

• 12 non-billable orientation hours
• Call-off policy: the equivalent of 12 hours every 13 weeks, with no penalty or need to pay for the shift
• Drug-free campus: a negative drug screen for all panels is required