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The University of Chicago Medicine

Interventional Radiology Technologist I, Full-Time Days

The University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


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 .

Performs diagnostic imaging studies as assigned. Applies principles of radiation protection. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of imaging procedures. Provides necessary patient care during the course of imaging procedures.

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.

Processes images and patient records in conformance with all established operational procedures.

Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiates life support measures where appropriate.

Instructs patient in exam procedures.

Is aware of and responsive to physical and psychological needs 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 (VI) - Vascular Interventional and 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.

Two years of previous experience working in Interventional/Special Procedures setting is preferred.

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.

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