Radiology Assistant, Full-Time

Job Description

Radiology Assistant, Full-Time - Rotating Shift

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as a Radiology Assistant.

The Radiology Assistant performs a wide variety of services as a member of the Imaging Team. Their responsibilities include patient care, technical assistance, visitor advocacy and assisting in achieving the overall work efficiencies within the Radiology Technical work areas. The Radiology Assistant works under the direction of the Imaging Team Leader (ITL) and/or a Registered Radiology Technologist (RRT).

Responsibilities 

• Has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate care protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of the neonatal, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients.
• Performs any or all duties involving direct patient care as assigned by the Registered Radiology Technologist.
• Prepares patients for the performance of radiographic testing.
• Assists in the processes of image acquisition, film processing and the delivery of images into the Department's Picture Archival Communication System (PACS).
• Sets up and maintains operation of clinical facilities and equipment including inventory stock and room preparation.
• Observes and monitors patient reactions to tests being performed.
• Communicates all changes in the patient's biophysical, psychosocial and spiritual needs/status to the RRT.
• Assists the RRT and /or physician with patient examinations or diagnostic procedures.
• Performs computer functions as it relates to the Department's Radiology Information System (RIS) (i.e. order entry, completing orders, tracking patients, tracking films and scheduling patients).
• Consistently communicates with the RRT, Imaging Team Leader, Imaging Center Leader and Physician to enhance the quality of patient care in the unit activities.
• Performs and/or coordinates patient transportation.
• Incorporates cost-effective measures into practice to ensure proper use of time, supplies and personnel.
• Learns, performs and masters ancillary services such a darkroom, film copying, and digitization of films.
• Acts rapidly and calmly during emergencies, initiates CPR, and provides the necessary items called for by the emergency response team.
• Assists with the orientation of new employees, agency personnel and employees assigned to their area.
• Participates in CQI projects as directed by the Image Care Center Leader/Designee.
• Assists with data collection for research studies as requested.
• Attends educational programs to enhance clinical practice.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Perform a variety of tasks with minimal supervision. Perform tasks requiring continuous physical effort.

Required Qualifications

• A completed High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited body is required.

• Previous experience in one or more of the following areas is beneficial: Radiology Imaging, Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, EKG, or basic respiratory therapy functions.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Perform a variety of tasks with minimal supervision. Perform tasks requiring continuous physical effort.

• Computer skills. Data input into databases accurately.

• Effective verbal and non-verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

• CPR training required, BLS training recommended

Position Details:

• Job Type/FTE: Part Time (1.0 FTE)
• Unit/Department: Rad Gen Procedures
• CBA Code: Non-Union

Why Join Us

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.

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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.

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