Radiology Technologist, Nights (8-10 hour shifts available)

UChicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility for a $20,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

UChicago Medicine in Chicago seeks a full-time Radiology Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging in the Radiology Department. The role includes reviewing physician orders, operating radiologic equipment, and ensuring patient care standards. Candidates must hold an associates degree, complete a radiologic training program, possess CPR certification, and demonstrate technical proficiency. This position offers a night shift schedule within a prestigious academic health-care system.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates proficiency in performing diagnostic imaging.
• Functions proficiently with all technical equipment in diagnostic modality.
• Maintain required continuing education as mandated.

Responsibilities

• Reviews physician's order to assure appropriateness of examination.
• Performs a variety of diagnostic studies efficiently.
• Interfaces professionally with patients and medical staff.

Skills

Proficiency in performing diagnostic imaging

Excellent customer service

Good decision-making skills

Strong verbal and written skills

Education

Associates degree in a related medical field

Radiologic technology training in an AMA approved program

CPR certification

Tools

Radiologic equipment

Computers and software specific to the radiology department

Job description

Job Description

Be a part of a world‑class academic health‑care system, University of Chicago Medicine, as a Radiology Technologist in the Radiology Department. Here, you will perform diagnostic imaging studies as assigned, utilize appropriate principles of radiation protection, exercise professional judgement in the performance of imaging procedures and be responsible for providing care of patients in your charge.

Eligible for up to a $20,000 sign‑on bonus

You may be eligible for up to a $20,000 sign‑on bonus.

Essential Job Functions

• Reviews physician's order to assure appropriateness of examination being requested.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors based on body part, pathology, patient's age and technical equipment characteristics.
• Reviews images for proper positioning, technique and identification.
• Performs a variety of general diagnostic studies with efficiency and high standards of quality, assures that the proper protocol is used for any given examination and evaluates images for diagnostic quality prior to submitting for interpretation.
• Prepares contrast media for administration to patients and assists physician in the performance of GI/GU studies.
• Upholds the Mission, Vision, and values of UCM: Our mission is the purpose that drives us as an organization. Our vision is the long‑term goal and the ambitious future we want to create. Our values are the guiding principles that inform our actions, behavior and decisions.
• Handles confidential information consistent with Federal HIPAA legislation, and all other applicable federal, state, local and institutional regulations with regard to confidentiality.
• Interfaces with customers, patients and their family members, medical staff and visitors in a friendly, professional manner. Demonstrates consistent use of the AIDET principles and demonstrates flexibility in accommodating special needs of customers whenever possible.
• Maintains physical work environment to be in compliance with regulatory certifying agencies. Adheres to all infection control regulations. Recognizes report and document malfunctions of technical equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining the integrity of the online picture archive and the radiology information system by the consistent and accurate input of data into the system. Follow established workflows for workgroup. Assist in training new technologists and students. Will perform other duties as assigned.
• Rotating on‑call responsibilities, weekends and holiday work is required.

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree in a related medical field of study or equivalent experience.
• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA approved program.
• Certified by The American Registry of Radiological Technologists within one year of date of hire.
• Licensed by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA).
• Demonstrates proficiency in performing diagnostic imaging.
• Functions proficiently with all technical equipment in diagnostic modality.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Good decision‑making and judgment skills.
• Maintain required continuing education as mandated by The American Registry of Radiological Technologists.
• Strong verbal, written and analytical skills.
• Considerable knowledge of standard office practices and procedures along with knowledge of computers and software programs specific to the UCMC and the radiology department.
• CPR certification.

Position Details

• Job type/FTE: Full‑Time/1.0 FTE
• Shift: Night
• Work Location: Hyde Park
• Unit/Department: Radiology General Procedures
• CBA Code: Non‑Union

Compensation & Benefits Overview

The pay range 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.

To review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles, please refer to Benefits – UChicago Medicine.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.