CT Technologist-Imaging Full Time Evenings Sign On Bonus Eligible

Northwesternmedicine; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Evening shift (3:00 PM–11:30 PM)

Alternating weekends & holidays

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a CT Technologist in Palos Heights, IL for a full-time evening shift (3:00 PM–11:30 PM) alternating weekends/holidays. You will operate CT equipment, ensure image quality per protocols, and maintain patient safety throughout the imaging process.

The role includes documenting procedures and coordinating exam flow while supporting a positive patient experience. Applicants should be a Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program with IEMA accreditation

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
• Illinois IEMA Accreditation required.
• ARRT CT certification within 12 months of hire or 10+ years of relevant CT experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient safety throughout imaging, including screening and post-procedure care.
• Produces diagnostic-quality CT images using approved protocols.
• Apply professional judgment to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
• Reviews images for diagnostic adequacy and initiates corrective action when needed.
• Operates CT imaging equipment and maintains room readiness.
• Coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies.
• Documents exam data and ensures accurate charging and PACS transfer.
• Adheres to safety standards and ensures positive patient experience.

Education

Accredited Radiology Technologist Program

IEMA Accreditation

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ARRT CT Certification (within 12 months of hire or 10+ years experience)

Tools

CT scanner operation

Job description

$15,000 Sign on Bonus

Internal employees and employees rehired within one year are not eligible for sign-on bonus

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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

This position is full-time, 80 hours per pay period, evening shift, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. with alternating weekends and holidays.

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Minimum Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program
• Licensure: Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Experience: Behavioral Attributes: 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.

Background Check

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‑by‑case 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 per