CT Tech Casual Rotating shifts

Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 52,431 - 70,781; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital in Geneva, IL seeks a Radiologic Technologist CT to perform diagnostic imaging using approved CT protocols. The role emphasizes patient safety, image quality, and adherence to ALARA principles while documenting results and coordinating exam flow.

This casual, on-site position requires sterile technique, effective patient communication, and the ability to work within a team to ensure timely studies may be performed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
• ARRT CT certification.
• IEMA Accreditation.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
• Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards.
• Applies professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
• Reviews images prior to exam completion and initiates corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
• Administers contrast in accordance with policy, including screening for contraindications and patient monitoring (as applicable).
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains imaging room readiness.
• Coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in medical record and image archive system, including exam setup, image routing, result availability and charging accuracy.
• Adheres to organizational values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program

ARRT Computed Tomography (CT) certification

Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Salary range: $38.06 – $51.38 per hour. Placement depends on relevant work experience and internal equity. For union positions, placement follows the collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits include tools and resources to improve physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. Please visit our Benefits section at jobs.nm.org/benefits for details.

This is a casual position. Hours per week are not guaranteed. No benefits.

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ROTATING SHIFTS.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post‑procedure care.
• Produces diagnostic‑quality images using approved protocols and professional standards.
• Applies professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
• Reviews images prior to exam completion and initiates corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
• Administers contrast in accordance with policy, including screening for contraindications and patient monitoring (as applicable).
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains imaging room readiness.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and initiates follow‑up through established service processes.
• Coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time‑sensitive studies.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in medical record and image archive system, including exam set‑up, image routing, result availability and charging accuracy.
• Adheres to organizational values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements.
• Consistently upholds all applicable quality and safety standards within diagnostic imaging, such as radiation safety, MRI safety, infection prevention measures, and safe practices (as applicable) to protect self, patients, visitors, and team members.
• Ensures a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.
• Supports department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, growth.
• Supports additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and department needs.
• Verifies orders and confirms protocol.
• Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table.
• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately and uses ALARA principles during examinations.
• Assures patient, staff, and personal safety by adhering to established standards, including positively confirming Right Patient and Right Exam.
• Establishes IV access for contrast administration and related lab draws.
• Administers contrast media oral and/or IV contrast in accordance with department policies and procedures, patient history indicators, exam protocols and physician orders and follows through with post‑exam instructions.
• Prepares for and assists the physician in computed tomography procedures, including interventional procedures.
• Enters data such as type of scan, slice thickness, scan time, and other technical data into computer.
• Communicates with patient before and during procedure; monitors safety and comfort.
• Validates that all required series, images, protocols, and reconstructions are complete and meet established image quality standards.
• Assures complete study transfer to PACS for radiologist interpretation.
• Performs CT equipment QA and maintains required logs.
• Performs clerical tasks such as receiving orders, scheduling patients, and recordkeeping.
• Maintains and cleans work area and equipment; replenishes supplies as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Computed Tomography (CT) certification.
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year experience.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. A background check authorization will be required upon offer.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

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.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve physical, emotional, financial well‑being and protect against unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section for more details.

Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family.