Radiology Technologist-Imaging Part Time Weekend Nights

Job Description

Embark on a new chapter at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, where our commitment to community healthcare is reaching new heights with a groundbreaking expansion. This initiative will enhance our Emergency Department with expanded space and the most advanced Carestream imaging technology. We’re on the lookout for passionate Radiology Technologists to join our team and help us deliver exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
• Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards.
• Applies professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
• Reviews images prior to exam completion and initiates corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
• Affords contrast in accordance with policy, including screening for contraindications and patient monitoring (as applicable).
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains imaging room readiness.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and initiates follow-up through established service processes.
• Captures exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in medical record and image archive system, including exam set-up, image routing, result availability and charging accuracy.
• Adheres to organizational values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements.
• Consistently upholds all applicable quality and safety standards within diagnostic imaging, such as radiation safety, MRI safety, Infection prevention measures safe practices (as applicable to the role) to protect self, patients, visitors and team members.
• Ensures a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.
• Supports department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, growth.
• Supports additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and department needs.
• Performs general and/or fluoroscopic radiography in the outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiography (R)
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation
• Basic Life Support (BLS)