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Champaign, Illinois

Radiology Practitioner Assistant/Registered Radiologist Assistant - Radiology

RadiologyNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$115k-$155k

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Job Description

  • Job Location: University (LLC) - Champaign, IL 61820
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: 4-Year Degree
  • Salary Range: $114,807.80 - $155,328.00 Salary
  • Job Shift: 1st Shift
  • Job Category: Advanced Practice Provider

Christie Clinic's Department of Radiology is seeking a full-time Radiology Practitioner Assistant or Registered Radiologist Assistant (Sign-On Bonus Available) at the University clinic from 8:00am-5:00pm. Duties include performing radiological procedures, evaluating medical images and preliminary notes with the supervising physician, and participating in the management and care of patients. A Bachelor's Degree in a health care related field and Certification from The Board of Radiology Practitioners Assistants and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (RRA) are required, a master's degree is preferred. Job Qualifications and ExpectationsJOB DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned.) The RPA/RRA will evaluate the day’s schedule of procedures with the supervising physician and determine where his/her skills will be best utilized. The RPA/RRA, after demonstrating competency and under the guidance, supervision and discretion of the supervising physician, will perform procedures including, but not limited to the following:

  • Fluoroscopic procedures (static and dynamic)
  • Ultrasound, Computed Tomography, Fluoroscopic, Stereotactic, or Fine needle guided biopsies
  • Ultrasound, Computed Tomography or Fluoroscopic drainages and drainage catheter placements
  • Arthrograms
  • Lumbar Punctures/Myelograms
  • Venous Access Procedures: PICC line placement Venograms Fistulagrams Evaluate medical images, review preliminary notes and images with a supervising physician, and prepare technical reports that will be reviewed and signed off by the supervising physician. Participate in patient management, including prescriptive powers for acquisition of additional imaging procedures and record documentation in medical records co-signed immediately by the supervising radiologist. Administer and/or order intravenous medications and contrast media, under the supervision of a physician. Assist in the pre and post procedural evaluation of the patients. Participate in bimonthly Tumor Board cases. Maintain current levels of education in emerging techniques, procedures and therapies by obtaining a minimum of 50 hours of continuing education biannually as required by CBRPA or ARRT and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification. Maintain values congruent with the Code of Ethics, as well as adhering to national, institutional and/or departmental standards, policies, and procedures regarding the standards of care for patients. Perform related work as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in a health care related field Certification Board of Radiology Practioners Assistants and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (RRA). Evidence of annual completion of health related courses and/or seminars with a certificate and/or CEU PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree CERTIFICATE/LICENSE: Illinois State Licensure CPR/ACLS Certification TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching and lifting up to 75 pounds. Hearing within, or correctable to, normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office equipment is required. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a clinical setting and requires frequent exposure to sharp objects, communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Requirements may include working irregular hours. PAY AND BENEFITS: The estimated pay range for this position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related criteria. We also offer a substantial benefits package, including:
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holiday, Birthday)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • 401k Plan
  • Medical Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Insurance
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Dental Insurance
  • Malpractice/Professional Liability Coverage
  • Vision Insurance
  • Continuing education reimbursement
  • Group Term Life Insurance
  • Relocation expense reimbursement
  • Long Term Disability
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Key Responsibilities

The Radiology Practitioner Assistant will perform various radiological procedures, including biopsies and venous access, under the supervision of a physician. They are also responsible for evaluating medical images, preparing technical reports, and participating in patient management and tumor board cases.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field and possess certification from the Board of Radiology Practitioner Assistants or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Additionally, applicants must maintain current ACLS certification and meet continuing education requirements.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

BiopsyDrainage catheter placementMedical imaging evaluation

Radiology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Radiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 48% have no call, 38% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $135k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

How many Radiology jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$115k–$155kRadiology median $614k (middle half $513k–$700k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$135k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Radiology listings in Illinois32 active1,113 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 26% remote · 48% no call · 38% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusIllinois Physician listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 24% offer loan repayment989 active listings, Nov 2026
Radiology hiring demand#11 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 54 days · 31% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 214 postings, 220 closed
New Radiology listings545 in the last 30 days169 the 30 days before (+222%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Radiology pay trend+6.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
93% this job
Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
45% this job
Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
10%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 5.1
Better work-life than 40% of Radiology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,114 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Christie Clinic

Hospitals and Health Care
Champaign, Illinois
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holiday, Birthday)
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
401k Plan
Medical Flexible Spending Account
Health Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Dental Insurance
Malpractice/Professional Liability Coverage

Living in Champaign

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$229k≈ 2.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,466/mo≈ 15% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
15 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.7
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Champaign-Urbana, IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.