Radiology Technologist-Imaging Casual Rotating Shift
Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, Grayslake, IL, United States
Salary Range: $30.00 - $43.50 per hour. Placement depends on experience, internal equity, and union rules if applicable.
Description
Casual (non-benefit) position located at Grayslake Outpatient Center. No set schedule; provides additional staffing coverage. On‑call rotation and holiday required (1 spring/summer and 1 fall/winter).
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.
Applies 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, and infection prevention measures to protect self, patients, visitors, and team members.
Ensures a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.
Supports department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, and 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.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and all local, state, and federal laws are followed.
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
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.
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Description
Casual (non-benefit) position located at Grayslake Outpatient Center. No set schedule; provides additional staffing coverage. On‑call rotation and holiday required (1 spring/summer and 1 fall/winter).
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.
Applies 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, and infection prevention measures to protect self, patients, visitors, and team members.
Ensures a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.
Supports department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, and 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.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and all local, state, and federal laws are followed.
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
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.
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