Radiologic Technologist-ICC Locations Casual As Needed

Northwestern Medicine; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Illinois is seeking a Radiographer Ambulatory to perform diagnostic radiography in the outpatient setting, ensure patient safety, and deliver high-quality images using approved protocols.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety standards, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the care team to optimize patient flow and imaging results.

Comprehensive benefits and a commitment to patient care accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
• ARRT Radiography (R) certification.
• IEMA Accreditation required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient safety throughout imaging, including screening, prep, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
• Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and standards.
• Apply professional judgment within protocols to optimize image quality.
• Reviews images prior to exam completion and initiates corrective action if needed.
• Administers contrast according to policy with screening and monitoring.
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains room readiness.
• Identifies equipment issues and initiates follow-up.
• Coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies.
• Maintains documentation in medical records and image archives, including setup and charging accuracy.
• Upholds organizational values, ethics, and compliance.
• Adheres to radiation, MRI safety, infection prevention, and safe practices.
• Ensures a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.
• Supports department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, growth.
• Performs general and/or fluoroscopic radiography in outpatient settings.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program

ARRT Radiography (R)

IEMA Accreditation

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Description

Radiographer Ambulatory 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 and 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.
• Performs general and/or fluoroscopic radiography in the outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiography (R)
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Equal Opportunity

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.

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.