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Ascension·Chicago, Illinois
CT Technologist · $48 - $50/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 332 posted allied health roles in Chicago, Illinois rates. This role sits in the 76th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 30% above the Chicago, Illinois median for allied health roles.
Perform CT scans to diagnose disease and injury while following established radiologist protocols. Responsibilities include preparing patients, administering contrast, and ensuring high-quality image submission to PACS.
$48.00 - $50.00 per hour How you'll make an impact in this role Perform CT scans to diagnose disease and injury following radiologist-established protocols. Prepare and position patients, select appropriate technical parameters, and administer contrast/medications within scope and regulations. Monitor patients during procedures and report any abnormal activity. Ensure high-quality image submission to PACS with accurate patient data. Adhere to radiation safety guidelines and recommend protocol updates as needed. What minimum qualifications you'll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist credentialed from IEMA obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. One or more of the following required: Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. NMTCB(CT) Computed Tomography Specialty Certification or ARRT(CT) Radiologic Technologist specializing in Computed Tomography required in addition to CNMT Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification. Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy specialty also accepted. Radiologic Technologist specializing in Computed Tomography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. What additional requirements you'll need ARRT CT Boarded preferred.
Life at
Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Equal employment opportunity employer Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees.
Requires a Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technologist credential from IEMA and BLS certification. Education requirements include a high school diploma with 2 years experience, an associate's degree, or 4 years of specific job experience.
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Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Market context
Illinois healthcare employers commonly seek CT technologists with prior radiologic experience, current licensure, and ARRT or CMRT credentials, so this role is often competitive for candidates who can show both scanner proficiency and patient-care readiness. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review the essentials faster. Before applying, confirm your Illinois license, BLS, and CT experience align with the posting.