Radiology X-Ray Tech - $5K Sign-On, 2nd Shift

Advocate Health Care; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Advocate Health Care is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic exams across designated body parts, ensuring high-quality images and patient safety. You will operate x-ray equipment, adhere to ALARA principles and infection control, and verify patient identity with care and empathy.

The role requires state licensure maintenance and ARRT/IEMA credentials, with weekend and holiday rotations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• IEMA Accreditation in Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT (RT) Certification or eligible must be obtained within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates radiography equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs as ordered.
• Adheres to ALARA, infection control and patient safety standards.
• Ensures correct patient identification and clear explanation of the procedure.
• Reviews radiographs for quality; documents issues and reports to staff.
• Maintains supplies, cleans work areas and follows Universal Precautions.

Skills

Good communication

RIS & PACS knowledge

Ability to work under stress

Confidential patient information

Adapt to patient volumes

Education

Graduate of Radiologic Technology program

IEMA Accreditation in Radiologic Technology

ARRT (RT) Certification or eligible

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Advocate Health Care is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic exams across designated body parts, ensuring high-quality images and patient safety. You will operate x-ray equipment, adhere to ALARA principles and infection control, and verify patient identity with care and empathy.

The role requires state licensure maintenance and ARRT/IEMA credentials, with weekend and holiday rotations.