Radiologic Technologist -Outpatient Imaging Casual Days

Northwestern Medicine; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Radiology Tech in Gurnee, where you will play a vital role in patient care and safety. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, ensuring accurate imaging and providing compassionate communication with patients. You will be responsible for performing radiographic procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. If you are passionate about healthcare and have the required certifications, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading medical institution while working in a supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• ARRT and IEMA certification required for Radiology Tech role.
• 2-3 years of undergraduate education or equivalent experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure exams are ordered correctly and patient is positioned safely.
• Communicate with patients to explain procedures and monitor comfort.
• Maintain work area and equipment cleanliness and functionality.

Skills

Patient Communication

Data Entry

Image Quality Assurance

Technical Knowledge of Radiology

Education

Undergraduate Education (2-3 years)

Tools

HIS/RIS

Job description

Description

This is a casual/as needed position located at our Gurnee Outpatient location. This role requires holiday and on-call rotation.

The Radiology 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

• Ensures all exams are ordered correctly in HIS/RIS, charged and tracked accurately.
• Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table.
• Enters data such as anatomical area to be radiographed and selects proper technique.
• Communicates with patient before procedure to obtain history, explain risks and what can be expected; communicates during procedure to monitor safety and comfort.
• Views images on video display screen to ensure quality of pictures; produces radiographs.
• Obtains 'wet reading' from radiologist.
• Assists in the reception area.
• Burns CDs and produces film copies when requested.
• Maintains and cleans work area and equipment.
• Receives and reviews orders, prioritizes urgent exams.
• Replenishes supplies and stocks rooms as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• ARRT, IEMA
• 2 to 3 years of undergraduate education or equivalent.
• Must demonstrate thorough working knowledge of the practices in a specialized field.
• One year or less of related work experience required, demonstrating familiarity with routines and procedures customary to the position.
• Physical Demands Requirement:
  • Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds.

Preferred:

• None

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.