Imaging Technical Coordinator, Full-Time- Days

University of Chicago - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

Educational Services

About the position

The Imaging Technical Coordinator (ITC) at UChicago Medicine plays a crucial role in the technical management of advanced imaging protocols within the CT Department. This position involves overseeing day-to-day operations, acting as a resource for technologists, and collaborating with physicians to develop and improve imaging protocols. The ITC also performs diagnostic imaging studies while ensuring compliance with safety standards and hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage advanced imaging protocols in the CT Department.
• Act as a resource for technologists and enforce imaging protocols.
• Meet regularly with physicians and Section Chiefs to develop and discuss imaging protocols.
• Provide cross coverage for Imaging Team Lead and support compliance and regulatory standards.
• Perform diagnostic imaging studies and ensure patient safety during procedures.
• Maintain and update departmental protocol books and online resources for technologists.
• Monitor equipment quality standards and ensure staff compliance with daily QC checks.
• Work with physicists to maintain accreditation standards for imaging equipment.
• Assist in the execution of the Exam Quality Review policy and manage QI tickets.
• Educate technologists on protocol changes and present at staff meetings as necessary.
• Perform annual exam competencies on technological staff.
• Evaluate imaging requests and assess patients for appropriate procedures.
• Utilize imaging systems and techniques to generate quality images.
• Provide patient education to enhance comfort and reduce anxiety during procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressively advanced imaging experience as a technologist in the respective modality.
• Experience in abdominal Doppler imaging.
• Mandatory ARDMS registry in Abdominal Ultrasound and Vascular and Pediatric Ultrasound to be completed within one year of hire.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work with physicians and management.
• Competency and presentation skills to educate staff.
• Excellent leadership skills to handle a high-pressure, fast-paced work environment.
• Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in health care or health-care related field.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan options
• Continuing education opportunities