CT Technologist - Casual PRN Variable shifts

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Huntley, IL

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About The Position

The CT Technologist reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values and follows its Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. The role is responsible for patient safety throughout imaging, producing diagnostic-quality images, and supporting a positive patient experience. The technologist operates and maintains CT equipment, administers contrast as appropriate, documents exams accurately, and coordinates exam workflow. This is a casual PRN position with variable shifts.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) accreditation.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Computed Tomography (CT) certification within 12 months of hire, or 10 or more years of directly relevant experience in lieu of certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient safety throughout imaging, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
• Produce diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards; apply professional judgment to address imaging challenges and optimize image quality.
• Review images before completing exams and initiate corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
• Administer contrast according to policy, including screening for contraindications and monitoring patients as applicable.
• Operate imaging equipment, maintain room readiness, identify equipment performance issues, and initiate follow-up through established service processes.
• Coordinate exam flow and prioritize time-sensitive studies.
• Maintain accurate, timely medical-record and image-archive documentation, including exam setup, image routing, result availability, and charging accuracy.
• Follow organizational values, ethical standards, compliance requirements, and applicable quality and safety standards, including radiation safety and infection prevention.
• Support a positive patient experience and department initiatives related to relationships, reliability, efficiency, and growth.
• Verify orders and protocols; position and immobilize patients; select anatomic and technical parameters; and use ALARA principles.
• Confirm the right patient and right exam and follow established safety standards for patients, staff, and self.
• Establish IV access for contrast administration and related lab draws.
• Administer oral and/or IV contrast according to department policies, patient history, protocols, and physician orders; provide post-exam instructions.
• Prepare for and assist physicians with CT procedures, including interventional procedures.
• Enter technical scan data, including scan type, slice thickness, and scan time, into the computer.
• Communicate with patients before and during procedures and monitor their safety and comfort.
• Validate that required series, images, protocols, and reconstructions are complete and meet image-quality standards; ensure complete study transfer to PACS for radiologist interpretation.
• Perform CT equipment quality assurance and maintain required logs.
• Perform clerical tasks, including receiving orders, scheduling patients, and recordkeeping.
• Maintain and clean the work area and equipment and replenish supplies as needed.
• Perform additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and department needs.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and lifecycle benefits.
• A range of benefits intended to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events; eligibility depends on employment classification.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree