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X-Ray Technologist Diagnostic Imaging Full Time Days

Northwestern Medicine · Chicago, IL · Full time · Health Care Provider

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 29, 2026

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About your past

Twelve-hour day shifts with a start between seven and nine at Feinberg and Galter. How does that fit your life?

What they are checking: The posting states the shift length, the start window and the buildings.

The role offers a post-primary CT or MR certificate program. Is that something you want?

What they are checking: The posting names it, and whether they want to specialize shapes the fit.

What would you do

How do you explain an exam to someone who is anxious?

What they are checking: The posting names educating the patient, reducing anxiety and providing comfort.

What do you do when a portable exam is called while you have patients waiting?

What they are checking: Diagnostic radiography is constant reprioritizing between the department and the floors.

How do you handle a request from a physician that you do not think is right?

What they are checking: The posting names assessing and evaluating physician orders per departmental procedure.

About the work

Tell me about your radiography training and any experience you have.

What they are checking: The posting welcomes new graduates, so training may be all they have.

How do you evaluate a request and choose the right protocol?

What they are checking: The posting names evaluating the request and assessing the patient to determine protocol.

How do you get a good image on a patient who cannot hold the position?

What they are checking: Positioning a patient in pain is where radiography is actually difficult.

How do you talk to a patient about radiation safety?

What they are checking: The posting names advising the patient of radiation safety matters as appropriate.

How do you confirm the right patient and the right exam every time?

What they are checking: Wrong-patient and wrong-exam errors are the ones that end careers.

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The full job description

As published by Northwestern Medicine.

Job Description New Grads welcome to apply! • Hours: Days (Start time typically between 7am - 9am) • Shift: 12 hour shifts available • Location: Feinberg/Galter Benefits: 401k, Tuition Reimbursement, Loan Forgiveness, Post Primary CT/MR Certificate Program, Reimbursable Well-Being The Staff Radiographer reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Staff Radiographer performs diagnostic imaging procedures through the use of Radiographic equipment to generate information necessary for the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of patients in accordance with industry, departmental, hospital and IEMA policies and procedures. Responsibilities: • Assess and evaluate the physician's orders for Radiological examinations according to departmental procedure. • Evaluates the request for the procedure and assesses the patient to determine the appropriate protocol. • Advises the patient of radiation safety related matters as appropriate. • Educates patient as to the examination being performed, reduces patient anxiety, and provides comfort during the procedure. • Positions patient and performs diagnostic imaging procedure utilizing appropriate equipment. • Cares for the patient throughout the procedure according to the department and hospital standards of nursing care, age-specific and "Patients First" guidelines and policies. • Completes and maintains medical record of the patient. • Performs electronic quality analysis of the Radiographic image. • Adheres to research protocols and maintains records for research data. • Reports incidence of equipment failure, irregularities in equipment performance and equipment disrepair to supervisor, as soon as possible. • Supplies and maintains the exam room in a manner consistent with department standards. • Assist in the education of house staff, student technologists and ancillary personnel as it relates to diagnostic imaging. • Facilitates scheduling and transportation of patients. • Graduation from an accredited Radiography program where competencies in evaluating and caring for pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients is required. • Radiographers must be able to manage the patients safely and effectively during imaging procedures with the limitations of the patient's cognitive abilities, psycho-motor skills, emotional stability and sensory capacities (sight, hearing, etc.). • This position requires employees to interact with adults ranging in age from 0-90. • Provides patient data with optimum quality and productivity to ensure a high degree of customer satisfaction. • Collects data to support the measurement and tracking of quality management. • Participate in formal and informal process improvement and problem solving to enhance the quality of service to customers. • Ensures the continuity of care through effective interactions with other departments. AA/EOE #LI-AD1 #NMH1 Required: • Certification in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology. • Active license with Illinois Emergency Management Administration. • AHA BLS Certification(Basic Life Support). • Associates Degree in Applied Science, Radiography or Certificate of Completion, Radiography Program (hospital sponsored). Preferred: • Three to five years of experience in Radiography at a health care institution. • Extensive computer knowledge. • Experience with clinical research. • Familiarity with radiation safety and related radiation procedures. Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.