Radiology Technologist, Registry (PRN)

UChicago Medicine•Chicago, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at University of Chicago Medicine as a Radiology Technologist in the Radiology Department. In this role, 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. This is a 100% onsite opportunity in Hyde Park, requiring you to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. UChicago Medicine has been at the forefront of medicine since 1899, providing superior healthcare with compassion. The organization is committed to advancing medical innovation, serving community health needs, and moving collective knowledge forward, seeking employees with passion, talent, and commitment to enrich human life.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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.