Medical Imaging Educator

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Day (United States of America)

Location

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITY:

Experienced radiology professional with a strong background in clinical education, program leadership, and departmental coordination. Proven ability to manage large groups of students and staff, develop training programs, and ensure compliance with accreditation standards in academic and clinical settings

The Clinical Educator supports clinical education and staff development across General Radiology, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Interventional Radiology, MRI, and the 3D imaging lab. This role facilitates student learning experiences, organizes clinical assignments, supports onboarding and orientations efforts and coordinates continuing education programs. The Clinical Educator collaborates closely with departmental leaders and academic affiliates to ensure consistent, high-quality learning experiences that promote clinical excellence and innovation across all imaging specialties.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Area Specific Job Accountabilities:

• Designs and implements a Continuing Medical Education (CME) portfolio to support staff development and maintain clinical competency.
• Monitor and maintain the Kahuna platform to track staff educational competencies, ensuring timely completion of training requirements and accurate documentation of continuing education.
• Collaborates with leadership in designing educational materials and opportunities to align with departmental and institutional goals.
• Coordinates didactic lecture series, educational curricula and CME conferences and workshops for the department.
• Monitors student progress and ensures students achieve required competencies.
• Maintains accurate and compliant employee and student records per institutional policy and regulatory standards.
• Conducts audits of student and employee files to ensure compliance with institutional and accreditation standards.
• Participates in internal and external meetings and committees related to medical imaging education and clinical training.
• Schedules clinical assignments to ensure comprehensive exposure aligned with educational objectives.
• Collaborates with research and imaging teams to support education and training related to research protocols and imaging-specific research efforts, ensuring alignment with institutional and regulatory standards.
• Partners with Quality and Safety leadership to educate staff when opportunities are identified.
• Assists in the planning and coordination of affiliate relationships and educational functions.
• Partners with Mentorship & Workforce Development to facilitate student programs and support new employee onboarding.
• Maintains documentation systems for education and training records in compliance with organizational and external agency requirements.
• Serves as a clinical resource and role model, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Coaches and mentors students and staff, providing guidance, feedback, and support for clinical advancement.
• Employs a variety of interactive instructional methods to address diverse learning styles.
• Other job functions assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Current registry with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum three years clinical experience in a hospital setting. Previous experience working with students in a pediatric clinical setting is preferred.
• Supervisory or clinical teaching experience preferred, effective teaching skills are required.
• Speaks clearly person-to-person and on telephone and records accurate messages.

GENERAL UNDERSTANDING AND NATURE OF THE POSITION DESCRIPTION

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills of personnel so classified.

Education
Bachelor's Degree (Required)

(BLS) - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Pay Range
$99,840.00-$164,736.00 Salary

At Lurie Children's, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children's offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children's facilities
• Discount purchasing program

There's a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children's, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints - recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Children's and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org

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