Casual CT Technologist - Patient-Focused Imaging

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a CT Technologist to join the Lake Forest Hospital team. The role involves ensuring patient safety, producing diagnostic CT images, and administering contrast per policy while maintaining accurate documentation in the medical record.

Qualified candidates graduate from an accredited Radiology Technologist Program with BLS and ARRT CT certification; IEMA accreditation is required for Illinois facilities. Prior experience with CT preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
• ARRT CT certification or eligibility preferred.
• IEMA accreditation required for Illinois facilities.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient safety throughout the imaging process and ensures compliance with ALARA principles.
• Produces diagnostic-quality CT images using approved protocols and equipment.
• Administers contrast media per policy and monitors patients as applicable.
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains imaging room readiness; documents results accurately in the medical records system.
• Ensures complete study transfer to PACS for radiologist interpretation and performs basic QA and clerical tasks.
• Verifies orders, prepares exam setups, and positions patients with proper technique and safety measures.
• Adheres to department policies, infection prevention practices, and quality/safety standards.

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

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a CT Technologist to join the Lake Forest Hospital team. The role involves ensuring patient safety, producing diagnostic CT images, and administering contrast per policy while maintaining accurate documentation in the medical record.

Qualified candidates graduate from an accredited Radiology Technologist Program with BLS and ARRT CT certification; IEMA accreditation is required for Illinois facilities. Prior experience with CT preferred.