Responsible for performing high-quality CT and MRI scans, including patient positioning and the administration of contrast media. Accountable for maintaining safety standards, documenting patient history, and ensuring accurate billing and record preservation.
Department
36297
Advocate
Christ
Medical
Center -
Radiology: CT:
High
Tech
Palos
Status:
Part time
Benefits
Eligible:
No
Hours
Per
Week: 0
Schedule
Details/Additional
Information: Open shifts as needed.
Varied 6:30am-3:00pm; 9:00am-5:30pm or
Noon-8:00pm.
Rotating
Saturdays -
Day shift /
Closed
Sunday and
Holidays
Pay
Range: $35.50 - $53.25
Major
Responsibilities: Accountable for positioning and immobilization of patients and proper selection of technical factors along with computer reformatting of acquired data to obtain magnetic resonance scans and/or computer tomography procedures of optimal quality. 1)Selects appropriate technical factors on an individual patient and procedural basis to provide optimal quality examinations. 2)Performs post processing of computer data to enhance data and image information. 3)Operates support equipment for MRI and/or CT, such as satellite console, additional disc drives, power injector, imaging formatters, and laser cameras. 4)Transfers patients to and from MRI and/or CT scanning table and prepares patient for examination by explaining procedure and answering any questions patient may have. 5)Initiates IVs for administration of contrast media for MRI and/or CT enhancement in accordance with departmental policy and utilizing universal precautions in the process. Accountable for securing pertinent history from patient, patient’s chart or family member to provide the radiologist with adequate information for examination interpretation and to ensure procedural criteria is met. 1)Assists in obtaining confidential history of patient, which includes allergy screening to ensure appropriateness of patient for examination as well as ensuring the administration of contrast agents during required procedures. Accountable for being compliant with established Accrediting Organization and department safety standards to ensure patients and staff well being at all times. 1)Maintains magnetic and radiation safety standards. 2)Maintains fire safety standards. 3)Maintains knowledge of department Code 10-2 policy. 4)Maintains knowledge of departmental disaster, evacuation and quench policies. 5)Maintains and constantly implements universal and infectious safety standards. 6)Maintains documentation of equipment malfunctions and Preventative Maintenance. 7)Attends mandatory inservices. Accountable for obtaining documentation for department records related to patient statistics, supplies, patient billing information and preservation of patient records 1)Documents confidential patient’s history to ensure appropriateness of patient for examination. 2)Documents patients charge data, modifying and initiating charges as procedure modifications are made per the radiologist. 3)Documents any allergic reaction, incident report regarding staff or patient situations. 4)Provides timely information for inventory of supplies. 5)Ensures all films are properly identified and numbered for each patient according to current department procedures for accurate interpretation by radiologist. 6)Assists in scheduling of examinations and documenting complete. Accountable for keeping abreast of current magnetic resonance and/or computerized tomography and new developments in the field 1)Responsible for attending inservices and educational seminars when appropriate. 2)Responsible for sharing with other technologists new techniques learned, as well as working with students when required. Accountable for maintaining good relations when dealing with all persons encountered in daily performance of job. 1)Relating with Internal Customers – fellow staff members, physicians 2)Relating with External Customers – ancillary departments, inpatients/outpatients, and family members.
Education/Experience Required: 3 years general radiology experience ARRT Registry
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Basic knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and usual CT procedures. ARRT Registry
IDNS License
CPR Certification
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Ability to work overtime when required.
Ability to be flexible in starting times to meet demands. (weekend rotation and flexible hours.)
Attends additional educational and safety inservices.
Ability to respond to work at short notice.
Exposed to radiation.
Ability to operate portable equipment.
Ability to deal with extremely ill patients.
Ability to communicate with patients.
Ability to adjust to flexible work hours.
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and emergency call-back.
Ability to participate in on-call program and available to department needs with minimal notice.
Ability to do light, medium or heavy lifting.
LIGHT: Lifting up to 20-50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.
MEDIUM: Lifting up to 20-50 pounds occasionally and / or up to 10 to 25 pounds frequently and / or up to 10 pounds constantly.
HEAVY: Lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and / or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and / or 10 to 20 pounds constantly.
Ability to make independent professional decisions using good judgment skills.
Ability to practice high quality patient care and technical competence.
Ability to function with minimal assistance in performing job activities.
Ability to demonstrate oral and written communication skills.
May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, such as film processing chemicals.
Ability to attend out-of-town site visits to view equipment. *This position will need to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., understand child growth and development, normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging. Prior experience with various age groups is preferred. If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health.
Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care.
Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.
It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs.
Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs.
Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Plans
Adoption Assistance
Educational Assistance Program
Posting details
Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$36 - $53/hr
Locations
Palos Heights, Illinois; Tinley Park, Illinois
Posted
Jul 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Market context
Illinois CT technologist demand remains steady
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.
