Travel Contract

X-Ray Tech
Chicago, Illinois
UChicago Medicine Center for Care and Discovery

$1,943-2,347/week
Posted 2 hours ago
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X-Ray Tech

Job Overview

  • Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Employment Type: Travel/Contract
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Night shift, Monday–Friday, 11:30 PM–8:00 AM
  • Hours: 40 per week
  • Schedule Notes: Rotating every other weekend; holidays as assigned
  • Local Candidates: Accepted

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Radiology Technologist license in Illinois
  • Radiology Technologist experience within the last year
  • 1 year of Radiology Technologist experience
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association

Additional Notes

  • Holidays are assigned
  • Rotating weekend coverage is required
  • Flu exemptions require facility-specific documentation and approval before the deadline

About Chicago, IL

As a Travel Radiology Technologist in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
Weather
  • Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
Transportation
  • Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
Demographics
  • Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
  • Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
Things to Do
  • Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
  • The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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