Interventional Radiology Technologist I, Full-Time Days

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.  

Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000

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 levels

* 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: 1.00, Full-time

* Shift: 7am-5:30pm

* Call Requirements- 6 to 7 weeks depending on the rotation

* Unit/Department: Rad Intervention

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
[https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/about-us/careers]

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 [https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/about-us/careers/benefits].