CT Technologist-Casual Role Rotating Shift

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare in Chicago seeks a CT Technologist for a casual, part-time role with rotating shifts. The position offers an hourly pay range of $38.06 to $51.38, reflecting responsibilities in diagnostic imaging and patient safety.

Ideal candidates will be graduates of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program with BLS, and ARRT CT certification within 12 months of hire (or substantial CT experience in lieu of certification).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
• BLS certification highly desirable.
• ARRT CT certification within 12 months of hire or 10+ years CT experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient safety throughout imaging and post-procedure care.
• Produces diagnostic-quality CT images using approved protocols.
• Monitors imaging quality and addresses challenges per policy.
• Reviews images and initiates corrective action if needed.
• Administers contrast per policy with patient monitoring.
• Operates CT equipment and maintains room readiness.
• Ensures complete study transfer to PACS for interpretation.
• Documents exam setup, results, and charging accurately.

Skills

1 year experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

ARRT CT certification within 12 months of hire

Job description

CT Technologist-Casual Role Rotating Shift

• Part-time
• Job Shift: Rotating
• Salary Range Minimum : $38.06
• Salary Range Maximum: $51.38
• Compensation: USD 38.06 - USD 51.38 - hourly

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

The CT Technologist

reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

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.
• Apply 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 safe practices (as applicable to the role) 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, 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

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program

Licensure

Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred

• 1 year experience
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Computed Tomography (CT)certification within 12 months of hire or 10+ years directly relevant experience in lieu of certification.

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.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑based basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

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.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

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