The salary range for this position is $30.00 - $42.00 (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 Rad 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.
~ This position is capable of taking any or all types of radiographs with several different types of equipment. He/she functions as the first line interface with patients/customers in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs.
FTE: 0.8 (64 hours every two weeks)
Responsibilities:
Utilizes markers on a consistent basis.
Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic and/or fluoroscopic examinations.
Demonstrates overall knowledge of exams.
Produces high quality films on a consistent basis.
Understands and properly uses CR, the PRID, ADC Multiloader, and QS workstation.
Writes complete patient histories for the radiologists.
Utilizes PACS with few errors.
Demonstrates overall efficiency of work and time. Utilizes slow time constructively, i.e., stocking rooms, emptying linen, putting away supplies, helping transport, etc.
Assesses patient pain interfering with imaging procedure. Makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
Demonstrates knowledge of how to access Pyxis, what medications are available for what procedures and understands that the doctor verifies the correct medication upon receipt.
Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures (i.e. good handwashing).
Multitasks in several areas.
Acknowledges exams on a timely basis and completely.
Qualifications
Required :
Graduation from an approved school of Radiology Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
American Registry of Registered Technologist (ARRT) within 3 months of graduation, new graduates need Certificate of Completion from the college.
Certified by the State of Illinois to practice and administer radiation (IEMA). New graduates required to apply for temporary license which when received is valid by the state for two years.
CPR – Basic Life Support
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
Preferred:
~ Bachelors of Science degree
~ Previous Rad Tech 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.