Radiology Technologist, Registry (PRN)

UChicago Medicine•Chicago, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist works in the Radiology Department at UChicago Medicine, performing assigned diagnostic imaging studies and providing care to patients. The role uses appropriate radiation-protection principles and professional judgment during imaging procedures. This is a 100% onsite opportunity, and the technologist must be based in the greater Chicagoland area. The position supports general diagnostic imaging procedures, including reviewing orders, choosing exposure factors, assessing image quality, preparing contrast media, and assisting physicians with GI/GU studies. The technologist also maintains accurate imaging and radiology information system records, follows regulatory and infection-control requirements, assists with training new technologists and students, and provides courteous service to patients, families, staff, and visitors. This is a Registry position at 0.1 FTE in Radiology General Procedures at the Hyde Park work location. The shift rotates, and on-call work, weekends, and holidays are required.

Requirements

Associate degree in a related medical field of study or equivalent experience.
Successful completion of formal radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved program.
Certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists within one year of hire.
Licensure by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA).
Proficiency in performing diagnostic imaging and operating technical equipment in the diagnostic modality.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Good decision-making and judgment skills.
Maintain continuing education as required by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists.
Strong verbal, written, and analytical skills.
Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, computers, and software programs specific to UCMC and the radiology department.
CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Review physician orders to ensure that the requested examination is appropriate.
Select exposure factors based on the body part, pathology, patient age, and technical equipment characteristics.
Review images for proper positioning, technique, and identification.
Perform general diagnostic studies efficiently and to high quality standards; use the appropriate protocol and evaluate images for diagnostic quality before submitting them for interpretation.
Prepare contrast media for administration and assist physicians with GI/GU studies.
Handle confidential information in accordance with HIPAA and applicable federal, state, local, and institutional regulations.
Interact professionally and courteously with customers, patients, family members, medical staff, and visitors; apply AIDET principles and accommodate special customer needs when possible.
Maintain the physical work environment in compliance with regulatory certifying agencies and follow infection-control regulations.
Recognize, report, and document technical equipment malfunctions.
Maintain the integrity of the online picture archive and radiology information system through accurate data entry and adherence to established workgroup workflows.
Assist in training new technologists and students.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Fulfill rotating on-call responsibilities and work weekends and holidays.