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: 9/24/2024
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. UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities. 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 includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes Vacation, Holiday, and Sick.
UI Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist Specialist-Cath Lab/EP to join our Cardiovascular Diagnostic Services team. This role will be responsible for a delegated area of authority 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.
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.
- 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.
- Inputs and retrieves information from designated computer systems within the department and institution.
- Participates in the evaluation and selection of new equipment and supplies.
- Provides on-call coverage as needed.
- Acts as charge tech when needed.
- Performs the functions of lower-level technologists as needed.
- Performs other duties as necessary for the work described.
- Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Current/valid registration and certification in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Current/valid accreditation as a Radiologic Technologist by the State of Illinois (IEMA).
- Current American Heart Association BLS Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
- Two (2) years (24 months) of work experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent Attendance, interpersonal skills, and work history required.
- Cath/EP Lab experience preferred.
- Scrub experience preferred.
- RCIS Certification preferred.
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification, and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts, and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.
Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.
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