Radiology Technologist-Imaging Part Time Weekend Days

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of benefits

Opportunities for physical and emotional well-being

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a part-time Radiographer in Lake Forest, IL, working 24 hours a week. The role involves ensuring patient safety throughout imaging procedures and producing high-quality diagnostic images using professional standards.

Qualifications include an accredited Radiology Technologist Program, ARRT certification, and BLS. This position supports a positive patient experience and adheres to safety standards in diagnostic imaging.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process.
• Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols.
• Applies professional judgment to optimize image quality.
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains imaging room readiness.
• Ensures a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.

Skills

Radiography

Patient Safety

Image Quality Optimization

Documentation

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

Job Summary

This is a part time position at 24 hours per week located atNorthwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital. The schedule is every weekend, and 1 week day per week. Holiday and on call required.

Radiographer Ambulatory

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

• 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.