Interventional Radiology Technologist I

University of Chicago Medicine•Chicago, IL

About The Position

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. 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. Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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 levls
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