Radiologic Technologist-Imaging Full Time Days

The salary range for this position is $31.50 - $44.10 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

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 located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits:

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description

The Registered Radiologic Technologist II 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:

• Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly department to include exam and work rooms, storage areas, and dressing rooms.
• Operates equipment for fixed diagnostic imaging, portables, C-arm, and fluoroscopy units. Can work independently to perform GI, Minor procedures, and surgical service exams.
• Positioning patients and equipment to capture the correct area and produce clear images.
• Captures and documents patients' histories within the Electronic Medical Record.
• Prepares and educates patients/family members about the imaging procedure.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals for contrast exams utilized for diagnostic images.
• Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination to patients and equipment.
• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in improving patient safety and reducing risk to patients. Practices ALARA while following all radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Assists and supervises student technologists during assignment to clinical rotation.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of Radiology PACS and the hospital Electronic Medical Record.
• Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly department to include exam and work rooms, storage areas, and dressing rooms.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position is full time, 80 hours per pay period, hours between 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (rotating late days) no holidays and alternating Saturdays, no Sundays.

This position will assist with staffing needs at both sites: Northwestern Medicine Orland Park Palos Imaging and Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital.

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate’s degree
• IEMA
• ARRT RT (R) or ARRT RT (R) eligible. If eligible certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• BLS
• Basic knowledge of computer software, hardware, and communication devices to perform tasks.

Preferred:

• Previous experience

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

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.