Radiologic Technologist - In House Registry Casual Variable shifts

Northwestern Medicine; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Radiologic Technologist who can perform various radiographic procedures and manage patient flow efficiently. The role requires ARRT certification and Illinois state licensure, with CPR-BLS and completion of an approved Radiology program.

You will work with multiple imaging modalities, ensure high-quality images, and contribute to patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of Radiology Technology.
• ARRT registered or eligible within 3 months of graduation.
• State of Illinois radiation license (IEMA) or temporary license for new grads.
• CPR – Basic Life Support.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for radiographic and fluoroscopic exams.
• Produce high quality films with consistent technique.
• Utilize PACS with minimal errors.
• Maintain aseptic technique and patient safety.
• Multi-task across exam areas and assist with patient care needs.
• Document patient histories for radiologists.

Skills

Patient care

Imaging procedures

PACS familiarity

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

ARRT certification or eligible

Illinois radiologic license

CPR-BLS

Tools

CR/PRID/ADC Multiloader/QS workstation

Job description

Description

• 1 shift/pay period (every 2 weeks)
• On Call requirement once every 12 weeks

The Rad 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.

• This position is capable of taking any or all types of radiographs with several different types of equipment. He/she functions as the first line interface with patients/customers in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes markers on a consistent basis.
• Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic and/or fluoroscopic examinations.
• Demonstrates overall knowledge of exams.
• Produces high quality films on a consistent basis.
• Understands and properly uses CR, the PRID, ADC Multiloader, and QS workstation.
• Writes complete patient histories for the radiologists.
• Utilizes PACS with few errors.
• Demonstrates overall efficiency of work and time. Utilizes slow time constructively, i.e., stocking rooms, emptying linen, putting away supplies, helping transport, etc.
• Assesses patient pain interfering with imaging procedure. Makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
• Demonstrates knowledge of how to access Pyxis, what medications are available for what procedures and understands that the doctor verifies the correct medication upon receipt.
• Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures (i.e. good handwashing).
• Multitasks in several areas.
• Acknowledges exams on a timely basis and completely.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduation from an approved school of Radiology Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
• American Registry of Registered Technologist (ARRT) within 3 months of graduation, new graduates need Certificate of Completion from the college.
• Certified by the State of Illinois to practice and administer radiation (IEMA). New graduates required to apply for temporary license which when received is valid by the state for two years.
• CPR – Basic Life Support

Preferred

• Bachelors of Science degree

• Previous Rad Tech experience

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.

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 ourBenefitssection to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position):

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.