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Interventional Radiology Technologist I, Full-Time Days

Imaging TechIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$44.52-$51.92/hr

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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.

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

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

Performs diagnostic imaging studies and provides necessary patient care while applying radiation protection principles. Assists physicians in imaging procedures and maintains technical equipment in proper working condition.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma, formal radiologic technology training, and ARRT (R) certification. Must hold a valid licensure from the State of Illinois (IEMA).

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Contrast Media PreparationTechnical Equipment MaintenancePatient Positioning

Interventional Radiology Technology Career Context

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

Of the 40 active Interventional Radiology Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

What does the Interventional Radiology Technology market look like in Illinois?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · top 25% in interventional radiology technology (imaging tech)ranked against 85 Interventional Radiology Technology (Imaging Tech) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$93k–$108kInterventional Radiology Technology median $93k (middle half $89k–$99k)56 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$100k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Interventional Radiology Technology listings in Illinois9 active85 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 28% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$10k sign-onUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (85 Interventional Radiology Technology (Imaging Tech) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Interventional Radiology Technologist I, Full-Time Days at UChicago Medicine a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Interventional Radiology Technology (Imaging Tech) — ranked against 85 active Interventional Radiology Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Salary Distribution

16 jobs · 11 employers
5
<$100k
5
$100k-115k
1
$124k
2
$130k-145k
3
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

14 jobs · 11 employers
401k / retirement match
93%
Sign-on bonus
64% this job
PSLF eligible
21%
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 6.4
Better work-life than 80% of Interventional Radiology Technology (Imaging Tech) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 85 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About UChicago Medicine

Hospitals and Health Care
Harvey, IL
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000
Tuition Reimbursement
Health and Well-Being Plans

Living in Chicago

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$354k
Typical market rent
$2,311/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
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.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.