Radiology Technologist
Job in
Park Ridge, Cook County, Illinois, 60068, USA
Listing for:
Advocate Aurora Health
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-24
Job specializations:
-
Healthcare
Radiologic Technologist / CT Tech
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 28 - 42 USD Hourly
USD
28.00
42.00
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Radiology Technologist - $28-42 per hour
Overview
Radiology Technologist - $28-42 per hour at Advocate Aurora Health
A Radiology Technologist at Advocate Aurora Health performs diagnostic imaging procedures using advanced radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment. Responsibilities include supervising department workflow, training new staff, maintaining equipment, assisting radiologists with complex exams, and ensuring patient care and radiation safety. This role requires certification, experience, and participation in quality improvement projects within a healthcare setting.
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a position in Park Ridge, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty:
Radiology Technologist - Discipline:
Allied Health Professional - Duration:
Ongoing - 40 hours per week
- Shift: evenings
- Employment Type:
Staff
Major Responsibilities
Maintains competencies in multiple skill sets.May perform as a Charge role with the ability to supervise others efficiently and effectively run department workflow during assigned shift.Function as preceptor for new hires as well as radiology students. Able to train others independently in multiple settings of the department (diagnostic x‑ray and fluoroscopy).Operation of advanced digital and computed radiographic equipment including portables, C‑arms, O‑arms, and fluoroscopy units in multiple settings.Assists radiologists with fluoroscopic procedures including advanced exams such as GI procedures and mini‑special exams. Prepares radiographic/fluoroscopic rooms for procedures, maintains equipment and supplies for fluoroscopy case load, and schedules mini‑special exams (e.g., myelograms, cystograms).Ability to troubleshoot diagnostic/fluoroscopic CR and DR equipment; identify and escalates issues and submit service requests.Operates portable radiographic equipment and fluoroscopic C‑arms in the OR and intensive care units (MICU, SICU, PICU).Operates the O‑arm independently.Can demonstrate competence in two of the following advanced training procedures: OR19 (Hybrid Room), Stealth Navigation, Dexa‑training and certification required, EOS‑training and proficiency required, and pediatric specialized exams such as intussusception and VCUGs.
* Exception:
Dedicated overnight and pediatric team members must maintain competency in one of the mentioned procedures.Participates in process or quality improvement projects, including: outpatient engagement initiatives, throughput and ED turnaround time, high reliability unit and safety focused initiatives, and other projects aimed at improving workflow, staff education, or department processes.Operates x‑ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician.Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery as required.Operates all components including all locking devices on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and C‑arms.Performs radiographic procedures on Level I trauma patients to expedite immediate care of critically ill patients.Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positions patient utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to insure optimum film quality.Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting exam.Prepares patients for exam, obtains and records history, explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their comfort.Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety procedures.Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality.Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel.Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems.Labels all radiographs appropriately following department’s established criteria and standards.Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism, cooperation and positive interaction with co‑workers, physicians, patients and families.Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for professional growth.Attends in‑services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures.Attends CPR classes to maintain re‑certification.Maintains appropriate state license and…
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