at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Radiologic Technologist Specialist-Cath Lab/EP
Radiologic Technologist Specialist-Cath Lab/EP
Hiring Department: Cardiovascular Diagnostic Services
Hiring Unit: University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week Flex Days with rotating 24/7 on-call
Requisition ID: 1024935
Posting Close Date: 7/16/2024
Position Number: CF2050
About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UI Health offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits
UI Health is seeking an Radiologic Technologist Specialist-Cath Lab/EP to join our Cardiovascular Diagnostic Services team. This role will be responsible for a delegated area of authority (such as a section within an interventional procedural department) and/or perform complex or specialized procedures involving the acquisition, processing, and evaluation of medical radiographic images. They may supervise and direct the activities of staff, students, and auxiliary personnel of various sections. They work under the direction from higher level personnel
Duties & Responsibilities:
Oversees staff radiographers and organizes work within the general diagnostic sections of the department as requested.
Assists in the performance of complex diagnostic and special radiographic exams, including fluoroscopy when necessary.
Uses two patient identifiers to identify patients as required by hospital policy before starting any exam or procedure.
Operates all diagnostic medical imaging equipment including fluoroscopy, IVUS/OCT, iFR, DFR, RFR, and FFR systems.
Works with sterile equipment and maintains a sterile field.
Maintains and updates technical protocol manuals.
Assists with the coordination of continuing education to meet the requirements set forth by IEMA, TJC and ARRT Maintains cleanliness and order within the department following the guidelines of TJC, IDPH and the Infection Control department at the medical center.
Participates in emergency drills and responds to disaster requests.
Participates in orientation and documentation for new staff and annual competencies for existing staff.
Participates in the development of policies for the Quality Control Program. Attends departmental meetings and/or seminars as needed.
Assists in the creation and revision of departmental policies and procedures.
Assists with interviews and evaluations of medical radiography staff.
Participates in disciplinary action for technical employees within the General Diagnostic section of the department.
Inputs and retrieves information from designated computer systems within the department and institution.
Participates in the evaluation and selection of new equipment and supplies.
Provide On-Call coverage as needed.
Acts as charge tech when needed.
Perform the functions of lower-level technologists as needed.
Performs other duties as necessary for the work described.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
Current/valid registration and certification in Radiography... For full info follow application link.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
