OR Radiology Technologist, Days or Evenings (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Listed compensation
$36.78-$42.91/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system, University of Chicago Medicine, as an OR Radiology Technologist in the Radiology Department. We are seeking a skilled and dependable Radiology Technologist with a strong focus on operating room imaging.
This role involves providing intraoperative radiographic support, maintaining sterile technique, and working closely with surgical teams to ensure timely and accurate imaging. New graduates are welcome to apply- additional training will be provided for those eager to learn and grow in the OR setting.
This position will have the OR as its primary home base, with the expectation to assist in Adult General Radiology as needed. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity in Hyde Park. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
As a Radiology Technologist, 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 $25,000 sign-on bonus based on experience
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 our 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: Days
- Work Location: Hyde Park
- Unit/Department: Radiology General Procedures
- CBA Code: Non-Union
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.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities
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.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits – UChicago Medicine.
Key Responsibilities
The Radiology Technologist provides intraoperative radiographic support in the operating room while maintaining sterile technique and working closely with surgical teams. They also perform diagnostic imaging studies, ensure radiation safety, and maintain accurate records in the radiology information system.
Requirements
Candidates must have an associate degree in a related medical field and have completed a formal radiologic technology training program. Certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists and an Illinois Emergency Management Agency license are required.
Key Skills
Radiologic Technology Career Context
In Illinois, the Radiologic Technology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$76k (49 salary observations; 227 listings), vs ~$80k nationally (615 salary observations; 4,898 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-04-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$83k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $83k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $77k–$89k | Radiologic Technology median $93k (middle half $89k–$99k)56 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Illinois vs national | $76k median in Illinois | $80k nationally (−4%)49 state / 615 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$83k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Radiologic Technology listings in Illinois | 58 active | 1,171 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 23% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $25k sign-on | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 7% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Radiologic Technology listings | 295 in the last 30 days | 162 the 30 days before (+82%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Radiologic Technology pay trend | +4.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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