Interventional Radiology Technologist, Registry

UChicago Medicine; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine in Chicago, IL is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist to join the Center for Care and Discovery. You will perform diagnostic imaging studies, apply radiation protection, and exercise professional judgment during procedures while providing patient care.

The role requires ARRT certification, IL licensure, and strong communication and teamwork. You will assist physicians, prepare contrast media, manage equipment, and contribute to maintaining safety and 5S standards

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of AMA-approved radiologic technology program.
• ARRT (R) certification; IR cross-training available.
• Illinois licensure (IEMA) required.
• Effective communication and teamwork within a care team.

Responsibilities

• Position patient and perform imaging studies with appropriate technical factors.
• Utilize radiation protection techniques to minimize exposure.
• Assist physician in imaging studies and prepare contrast media.
• Maintain equipment and 5S standards; document patient status.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Imaging procedures

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma

ARRT (R) IR certification

IL licensure (IEMA)

Tools

Imaging equipment

IR cross-training

Job description

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at UChicago Medicine as an Interventional Radiology Technologist in the Center for Care and Discovery.

Performs diagnostic imaging studies as assigned. Applies principles of radiation protection. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of imagining procedures. Provides necessary patient care during the course of imaging procedures.

UChicago Medicine offers tuition reimbursement options, health and well-being plans and competitive rates. You have an opportunity to have a rewarding job and be an important part of an internationally recognized medical team caring for patients at a level 1 trauma center and Comprehensive Stroke Center.

Essential Job Functions

• Has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical and psychological needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients
• Positions patient
• Selects proper technical factors
• Utilizes computer to record patient status
• Functions proficiently with all technical equipment in diagnostic modality
• Assists physician in performing imaging studies
• Prepares contrast media for administration to patients and assists the physician
• Works independently in assigned areas as assigned
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patients
• Handles patient in conformance with all established safety procedures
• Process images and patient records in conformance with all established operational procedures
• Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiate life support measures where appropriate
• Instructs patient in exam procedures
• Is aware of and responsive to physical and psychological needed of patients under his/her care
• Maintains technical imaging equipment in proper working condition
• Reports malfunctioning equipment or housekeeping issues to appropriate person
• Keeps equipment and work area clean and neat according to current 5S standards
• Maintains an adequate inventory of all necessary supplies utilizing established par levls
• Participates in continuing educational programs to maintain and upgrade technical skills
• Contributes to the orientation of new staff technologist and student technologist as required
• Performs other duties as requested

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA approved school for radiologic technologists
• Current certification by ARRT (R). Interventional Radiology (IR) cross training available.
• Licensure by the State of Illinois (IEMA).
• Additional skills sought include effective communication skills and ability to work effectively with other staff members who make up the team providing care to patients

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: 0.1, Registry
• Shift: Days
• Unit/Department: Rad Intervention

About Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

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UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

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