X-Ray Technologist Diagnostic Imaging Full Time Days

The salary range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00 (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

Job Description

New Grads welcome to apply!

• Hours: Days (Start time typically between 7am - 9am)
• Shift: 12 hour shifts available
• Location: Feinberg/Galter

Benefits:

401k, Tuition Reimbursement, Loan Forgiveness, Post Primary CT/MR Certificate Program, Reimbursable Well-Being 

The  Staff Radiographer 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.

The Staff Radiographer performs diagnostic imaging procedures through the use of Radiographic equipment to generate information necessary for the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of patients in accordance with industry, departmental, hospital and IEMA policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Assess and evaluate the physician's orders for Radiological examinations according to departmental procedure.
• Evaluates the request for the procedure and assesses the patient to determine the appropriate protocol.
• Advises the patient of radiation safety related matters as appropriate.
• Educates patient as to the examination being performed, reduces patient anxiety, and provides comfort during the procedure.
• Positions patient and performs diagnostic imaging procedure utilizing appropriate equipment.
• Cares for the patient throughout the procedure according to the department and hospital standards of nursing care, age-specific and "Patients First" guidelines and policies.
• Completes and maintains medical record of the patient.
• Performs electronic quality analysis of the Radiographic image.
• Adheres to research protocols and maintains records for research data.
• Reports incidence of equipment failure, irregularities in equipment performance and equipment disrepair to supervisor, as soon as possible.
• Supplies and maintains the exam room in a manner consistent with department standards.
• Assist in the education of house staff, student technologists and ancillary personnel as it relates to diagnostic imaging.
• Facilitates scheduling and transportation of patients.
• Graduation from an accredited Radiography program where competencies in evaluating and caring for pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients is required.
• Radiographers must be able to manage the patients safely and effectively during imaging procedures with the limitations of the patient's cognitive abilities, psycho-motor skills, emotional stability and sensory capacities (sight, hearing, etc.).
• This position requires employees to interact with adults ranging in age from 0-90.
• Provides patient data with optimum quality and productivity to ensure a high degree of customer satisfaction.
• Collects data to support the measurement and tracking of quality management.
• Participate in formal and informal process improvement and problem solving to enhance the quality of service to customers.
• Ensures the continuity of care through effective interactions with other departments.

AA/EOE

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Qualifications

Required:

• Certification in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.
• Active license with Illinois Emergency Management Administration.
• AHA BLS Certification(Basic Life Support).
• Associates Degree in Applied Science, Radiography or Certificate of Completion, Radiography Program (hospital sponsored).

Preferred:

• Three to five years of experience in Radiography at a health care institution.
• Extensive computer knowledge.
• Experience with clinical research.
• Familiarity with radiation safety and related radiation procedures.

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. 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 Disclosure

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. 

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 (if sign-on bonus offered for position): 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.