Radiology Technologist-Outpatient Casual Rotating Shift

Overview

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?

• This is a casual/as needed position supporting our outpatient locations in Gurnee, Glenview and Vernon Hills. This role provides staffing coverage for PTO and sick time. No set schedule or minimum hours per week.

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.

• 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 cd's 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.

• 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

• None

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.

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 (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.

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: 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.