CT Technologist
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we provide excellence in patient care, embrace multi-disciplinary education, and conduct research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidence-based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers, and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status.
About the Role
Shriners Children’s Chicago is seeking a CT Technologist to join the Shriners Radiology team. Shriners Children’s Chicago offers specialized care for a wide range of pediatric orthopedic, bone, and joint conditions, including rare diseases and syndromes. Other specialties include spine and scoliosis care, plastic surgery, cleft lip and palate care, comprehensive rehabilitation, and spinal cord injuries.
Responsibilities
- Assesses orders for accuracy and clarifies with provider prior to imaging, if necessary (correct patient, correct CPT code, correct body part, correct side, correct views).
- Responsible for accurately positioning patients and ensuring that a quality CT image is produced.
- Ensures equipment is properly functioning and reports any potential problems or malfunctions to the appropriate contact(s).
- Works closely with radiologists and physicians who interpret images to either diagnose or rule out disease or injury.
- Responsible for communication and documentation of patient studies.
- Practices appropriate radiation safety as designated in Federal and State Radiation Control Regulations. Practices A.L.A.R.A at all times.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree or Bachelor's degree from an accredited program.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification in x-ray and CT.
- Current Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) radiologic tech licensure must be kept current and maintained.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by the American Heart Association.
Preferred Qualifications
- One year of CT experience.
- Additional modality (MRI or X-Ray) strongly preferred, with accreditation from Illinois Emergency Management Agency and ARRT.
- One year pediatric and/or orthopedic radiology experience.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $35.71 - $53.57 per hour. Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.