Radiology Technologist-Casual Rotating Shift

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an Ambulatory Radiographer to join the Lake Forest Hospital team. The role requires performing fluoroscopic radiography in outpatient settings, maintaining patient safety, and ensuring high-quality diagnostic images.

Minimum qualifications include ARRT Radiography and IEMA accreditation, a graduate radiology program, and BLS. The position offers a casual/as-needed schedule within the Northwestern Medicine system.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient safety throughout the imaging process from screening to post-procedure care.
• Presents diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and standards.
• Applies professional judgment to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
• Reviews images for diagnostic adequacy and initiates corrective action when needed.
• Administers contrast according to policy and monitors patients as applicable.
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains readiness of the imaging room.
• Documents exam setup, image routing, results, and charges accurately in the record system.
• Adheres to ethics, compliance, and safety standards and supports department initiatives.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program

ARRT Radiography (R)

IEMA Accreditation

BLS

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.

Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

• This is a casual/ as needed position located at Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital. **

The 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 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

Required

• 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)

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.

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If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed:

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 as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.