Rad Tech

Your Future Role At A Glance

Location: Chicago, IL

Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital

Department: Diagnostic Radiology

Schedule: Evening shift | Full time | 2pm-10:30pm | Monday - Friday

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000.00

Salary Range: $32.15 - $44.82 per hour

Life At Ascension: Where Purpose Meets Opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits That Help You Thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How You'll Make An Impact In This Role

• Imaging & Surgical Operations: Execute high-quality diagnostic films, C-arm/O-arm OR procedures, and accurate PACS submissions, including markers and patient data.
• Patient Care & Administration: Safely position patients, administer contrast and medications within scope, and monitor patients for abnormal activity during procedures.
• Radiation & Safety Protocols: Strict adherence to radiation safety guidelines to minimize exposure, while continuously evaluating and refining operational protocols.
• Equipment Management: Inspect equipment functionality, report or tag out malfunctions, and maintain appropriate technical exposure parameters.
• Department Maintenance: Keep procedure rooms, storage areas, and dressing rooms clean, organized, and properly stocked.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Radiologic Technologist credentialed from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required:
• Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Limited Radiology Technician credentialed from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date. Any specialty accepted. Temporary ARRT license allowed in lieu of permanent license.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

• ARRT, IEMA, BLS Required

Equal employment opportunity employer

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