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CGH Medical Center
Dixon, Illinois

Radiologic Technologist, Ready Care Dixon-$$

Imaging Tech Above average in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech)Full-Time

Listed compensation

$58K - $88K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to

hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our

current open positions, please apply to the one you feel best suits you! You can

keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on

new positions that might interest you.

Shift

Friday 8a-8p; Saturday 8a-1:30p, Sunday 8a-1:30p, and Monday 8a-8p

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Friday Thru Monday Position

Work 66 hours, paid for 72 hours

Sign on Bonus: $10,000 for external candidates with at least 1 year of

experience.

Position Purpose

Responsible for performing radiographic examinations including fluoroscopy,

trauma, portables, operating room, pain clinic and special procedures as well as

CGH Main Clinic.

Essential Functions

* Performs radiographic procedures using accepted principles and practices

performed at CGH Medical Center.

* Performs defined competencies for as needed coverage of radiographic

procedures using accepted principles and practices at the main clinic.

* Accurately assesses examination quality, appropriateness and results.

* Educates customers by explaining procedures.

* Supervises student technologist appropriately.

* Prioritizes work assignments for self and others.

* Completes record entries into computerized system.

* Assists in the maintenance of images and other records.

* Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.

* Practices competencies in radiology based upon current scientific knowledge.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Specialized Know-How & Requirements

* ARRT registered in Radiology require within 1 month of hire.

* A current registry with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)

required within 1 month of hire.

* Two years’ experience in radiology preferred.

* Advanced knowledge of radiation protection, physics, positioning and Image

critique required.

* Extensive computer literacy to include CR, PACS and HIS required.

* Demonstrates the knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any

age-related needs of the patients served on assigned unit.  Demonstrates

knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the

patient population served.  Able to assess and interpret data about the

patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the

appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the neonate,

pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric patient group.

Compensation Range

$28.05 - $42.08

Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)

Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Optional Insurances

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness

Gift Shop Discount

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Dietary Discount

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.

Key Responsibilities

Perform various radiographic procedures including fluoroscopy, trauma, and special procedures across the medical center and main clinic. Responsibilities include assessing image quality, educating patients, and supervising student technologists.

Requirements

Requires ARRT registration in Radiology and IEMA registry within one month of hire. Two years of experience in radiology is preferred, along with advanced knowledge of radiation physics and computer systems like PACS.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Trauma ImagingPortable X-rayPatient CareEmergency Response

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiologic Technologist, Ready Care Dixon-$$ at CGH Medical Center a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) — ranked against 1,260 active Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Radiologic Technology Career Context

In Illinois, the Radiologic Technology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$79k (35 salary observations; 53 listings), vs ~$82k nationally (242 salary observations; 874 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-05-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 43 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% have no call, 79% require no weekends.

Radiologic Technology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$42k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $42k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

6.1/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech)

  • Includes weekends

Living in Dixon

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$195k
Typical market rent
$1,010/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About CGH Medical Center

Hospitals and Health Care
Sterling, Illinois
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health and Dental Insurance
IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)
Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Life Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Optional Insurances
Paid Time Off