3 Urbana Radiologic Technologist (X-Ray) Jobs
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Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.
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Required Credentials: Associate's Degree in Radiology or Science. OR Completion of a certificate program in Radiology Technology. Temp Illinois licensure is not accepted.
Unit Details: Performs diagnostic general radiological procedures utilizing various imaging equipment. Administers IV, oral, and rectal contrast when appropriate. Uses PACS to transfer and verify image data. May perform duties of other modalities within the department when licensed/cross-trained.
Shift & Scheduling: Either 8am-4:30 or 8:30am-5pm. No holiday shifts.
Floating Requirements: Travelers assigned to the Greater Peoria Service Area may be required to float between the following sites: Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and/or Carle Health Proctor Hospital. The Carle Leader will notify the traveler directly when there is a need to float between locations.
Travel Radiologic Technologist (X-Ray) Jobs
Radiologic Technologists are in demand in nearly every healthcare setting, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a national median wage of $77,660 (May 2024) with faster-than-average job growth projected for radiologic and MRI technologists. Travel X-Ray Tech jobs are widely available in hospitals, urgent care, trauma centers, and outpatient clinics in urban, suburban, and rural settings. Job descriptions cover general diagnostic radiography and patient positioning, sometimes with cross-training in CT or other modalities. These roles are rewarding because X-ray imaging is the starting point for so much patient care - and travel contracts typically pay above staff rates.
Travel Radiologic Technologist (X-Ray) Jobs in Urbana, Illinois
A Radiologic Technologist (X-Ray), often called a Rad Tech or Radiographer, is an allied health professional who performs diagnostic X-ray imaging to help physicians diagnose injuries and illness. Job responsibilities include positioning patients, selecting the correct exposure settings, capturing clear radiographic images of bones, the chest, and other body regions, and following radiation-protection (ALARA) principles to keep patients and staff safe. Radiologic Technologists are certified through the ARRT (R) and are often the foundation of a facility’s imaging department.
