Radiology Technologist-Imaging Casual Rotating Shift

Northwestern Medicine; Grayslake (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of employee benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is searching for a dedicated Radiographer for its Grayslake Outpatient Center. This non-benefited position entails ensuring patient safety while producing high-quality diagnostic images. Responsibilities include operating imaging equipment, adhering to safety protocols, and documenting patient interactions.

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program and hold relevant certifications including ARRT and BLS. The role expects flexible scheduling, including on-call duties during holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process.
• Produce diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols.
• Administer contrast in accordance with policy and monitor patients.
• Review images for diagnostic adequacy before exam completion.

Skills

Diagnostic-quality imaging

Patient safety monitoring

Contrast administration

Equipment operation

Documentation accuracy

Education

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)

Job description

Description

This is a casual (non benefited) position located at Grayslake Outpatient Center. This role does not have a set schedule and provides additional staffing coverage. On-call rotation and Holiday required (1 spring/summer and 1 fall/winter).

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)

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 (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.