Learn to provide paramedical and technical support in performing imaging procedures
• Assist
in performing imaging procedures on Large and Small animals under the
direction of the radiologist or senior technician. Retake or perform
additional images as requested by ordering veterinarian or radiologist. Advise
radiologist of any special or unique patients or situations that could
affect exam. Special requests by clinicians are directed to the
radiologist for approval.
• Open Radiology Section. Perform warm-up procedures on x-ray equipment. Perform equipment calibration as required.
• Prepare
the x-ray room, restrain and/or position the patient and equipment to
perform the requested diagnostic procedure (small and large animals).
• Set
proper x-ray exposure technique for the patient size and equipment
type. Follow ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Acceptable) principle.
• Perform
image critique for image quality, artifacts, patient position, proper
anatomical markers, and patient demographics. Perform repeat images as
needed. Perform additional views as needed.
• Assist in performing mobile exams in OR and large animal wards utilizing the Min-X portable machine.
• Assist
in special procedures including but not limited to myelograms,
esophagrams, cystograms, upper Gl's, fistulograms and excretory
urograms. Ability to operate the fluoroscopy unit under the direction of
the radiologist.
• Assist in directing patient flow through department. Determine
amount of oral or IV contrast to be used for a specific exam and
patient. Administer contrast material under the supervision of a senior
technician.
• Begin cross-training on advanced modalities consisting of Ultrasound, CT, MRI, or Nuclear Medicine.
• Assist
in special projects and/or committees including collection and
organization of data as requested by the radiologist, section chief, or
animal imaging coordinator
• Assist in research projects that require imaging modalities as requested by residents or faculty.
• Perform
maintenance needed to keep the rooms and machines clean and operable.
Report any malfunctioning of equipment to higher level AIT or animal
imaging coordinator. Contact vendor regarding equipment malfunction and
maintenance as directed.
Learn to provide teaching and instruction to students and new staff on performing imaging procedures
• Assist higher level techs and students administer sedation as needed to complete exam, under the direction of the radiologist.
• Assist
in the instruction of new staff, veterinary technician students, and
veterinary professional students on how to perform radiographs-including
correct collimation, proper technique selection, proper anatomical
position, and image evaluation. Demonstrate correct small and large
animal restraint techniques. Review student- performed images before
being submitted to the PACS.
• Assist
in the instruction of new staff, veterinary technician students and
veterinary professional students on how to evaluate digital radiographs.
• Evaluate
and provide input regarding veterinary professional students for
teamwork, initiative, dependability, response to guidance, practice of
radiation safety, patient handling skills, positioning, technical
skills, ability to recognize quality images and how to correct errors,
written and oral communications skills with technicians and
radiologists.
• Evaluate
and provide input for the junior college instructional program for
veterinary technician students. Assist in providing rounds to the
veterinary technician students
• Participate in the evaluation of students during the OSCEE.
• Prepare
and give rounds to fourth year veterinary students including but not
limited to orientation and safety lectures as required by the
curriculum.
Learn to provide support of EMR, the digital imaging interface and storage system (PACS) and other digital image manipulations.
• Demonstrate
competency using PACS. Can effectively network images from imaging
equipment. Can provide instruction for new staff and students on
locating patient by using filters on browser, correcting patient and
exam demographics, merging patients/studies, splitting studies, RIS-sync
exams, sticky note function, measurement tools and filming.
• Submit images to teleradiology vendor and complete required electronic form.
• Transfer digital images from referring veterinarians to PACS.
• Reconcile patient and exam demographics in the PACS.
• Review
radiology orders for appropriate patient history and clinical data for
exam ordered. Obtain additional information when needed. Enter charges
for daily cases into SANDI.
• Enter patient and exam information on required logs and as required by the Radiations Safety department.
Other duties
• Stock medications and supplies needed in each exam room. Order medications and supplies through the IMS system.
• Recognize
an emergency, take proper precautions and call for help. Notify Senior
Imaging Specialist, radiologist, or animal imaging coordinator of any
unusual occurrence.
• Maintain
confidentiality of patient information as regulated by the University
of Illinois and Veterinary Teaching Hospital policy.
• Maintain all radiation safety training required per IEMA and the Division of Radiation Safety regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Successful completion or current enrollment in the final semester of a veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 4080 - Veterinary Care Generalist position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. The
budgeted salary range for the position is $23.24/hr. Final salary
offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data,
internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective
bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work
authorization.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on August 26, 2026 (extended date) Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
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Requisition ID 1037340
Job Category Technical
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