Diagnostic Imaging Tech-Full Time Days

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

A healthcare leader in Lake Forest seeks a full-time Diagnostic Imaging Tech to contribute to patient care in the radiology department. Responsibilities include assisting patients, verifying identities, and supporting radiologists during procedures. Required qualifications are a high school diploma and BLS certification within 60 days of hire. The role emphasizes patient interaction and collaboration within a team to ensure quality care and effective operations in the department. Competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• BLS required within 60-days of hire.
• BLS required within 60-days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist and interact with patients in the radiology department.
• Verify patient identity using two identifiers.
• Transport patients to and from the department.
• Prepare patients for exams and escort them to exam rooms.
• Assist radiologists and technologists in acquiring quality exams.
• Prepares patients for exams and escorts to exam rooms.
• Positions and immobilizes patients on the examination table.
• Assists radiologists and technologists in obtaining quality exams.
• Assists with minor procedures and disconnects IV tubing.
• Assists radiologist in interventional procedures.
• Assists with wet readings for the radiologist.
• Compiles radiology exams for radiologist review.
• Maintains patient documents.
• Performs tasks to support radiology operations.
• Prepares and restocks exam rooms after each exam.
• Stock supplies and linens.
• Maintains diagnostic imaging changing areas.
• Processes requests for radiology films from staff.
• Ensures exams are entered correctly and tracked.
• Ensures JCAHO and safety standards are met.
• Follows infection control procedures.

Skills

Patient interaction

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Radiology terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification within 60 days

Job description

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.

Job Description

This is a full time position at 40 hours per week located at Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital.

Diagnostic Imaging Tech 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

• Assists and interacts with patients of the radiology department.
• Responsible for verifying patient identity using two patient identifiers.
• Transports patients from inpatient units and the emergency department to and from the department.
• Greets all patients, families and visitors in the radiology procedure area.
• Maintains communication between patients and the radiology department staff.
• Prepares patients for exams and escorts them to the proper exam room.
• Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table.
• Assists radiologists and technologists in acquiring quality exams.
• Assists with minor procedures; disconnects IV tubing used for contrast injection.
• Assists radiologist with interventional procedures.
• Assists with "wet readings" with the radiologist.
• Compiles all radiology exams and prepares for reading by the radiologist.
• Attends to the care of documents relating to the patient.
• Performs various related tasks to support the effective operations of the radiology department.
• Prepares exam rooms; stocks and cleans rooms after each exam.
• Stock supplies and linens.
• Maintains Diagnostic Imaging changing areas.
• Processes requests from medical staff and internal departments for radiology films.
• Ensures exams have been entered correctly and are tracked in the computer.
• Responsible for ensuring JCAHO & Safety standards are met.
• Responsible for following all recommended Infection Control procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS required within 60-days of hire.

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 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 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 while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

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.