CT Technologist-Imaging Full Time Evenings Sign On Bonus Eligible

Northwestern Medicine; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $10,000

Job summary

A healthcare system in Palos Heights is seeking a full-time CT Technologist for the evening shift. The role includes positioning patients, administering contrast media, and ensuring image quality. Required qualifications include ARRT certification, BLS certification, and some undergraduate education. This position offers a sign-on bonus of $10,000 for new hires. Candidates should be prepared for physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds. A commitment to patient care and safety is crucial.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification is required.
• IEMA Division of Nuclear Safety certification is required.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association is required.
• 2 to 3 years of undergraduate education or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Position and immobilize patient on examining table.
• Administer contrast media oral/IV according to protocols.
• Enter scan data into computer.
• Communicate with patient during procedure.
• View images to ensure quality and produce radiographs.
• Perform CT equipment QA and maintain logs.
• Perform clerical tasks like scheduling patients.
• Maintain and clean work area and equipment.

Education

Undergraduate education or equivalent

Job description

CT Technologist – Imaging (Full Time Evening Shift, Sign‑On Bonus Eligible)

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. 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.

Sign‑On Bonus: $10,000. Internal employees and employees rehired within one year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus.

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

• Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table.
• 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.
• 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.
• Views images of organs or tissue on video display screen to ensure quality of pictures; produces radiographs.
• 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.

Qualifications

Required:

• ARRT
• IEMA Division of Nuclear Safety
• BLS through American Heart Association
• 2 to 3 years of undergraduate education or equivalent
• Physical Demands:
• Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds.

Preferred:

• ARRT registry in CT or MRI

Additional Information

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. 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 person.

Benefits: We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being…

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 upon the job family.