X-Ray Tech Jobs in Illinois
X-Ray Tech jobs in Illinois are concentrated in Chicago, Rockford, and Springfield, where large health systems such as Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Aurora Health, and OSF HealthCare maintain active radiology departments across their hospital and outpatient networks. Demand is strongest for techs with experience in fluoroscopy, computed radiography, and mobile or portable imaging, and openings appear at every level from new-grad to senior staff. The Chicago metro alone accounts for the majority of postings, reflecting the density of academic medical centers and specialty clinics in the region. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 15, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an X-ray Technician for a Radiology contract requiring 2+ years of experience in Surgery, GI, ER, or General X-ray and ARRT (R) certification.
Details
- Day shift, 8-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
- 40 hours per week
- Every other weekend required
- No floating or on-call requirements
- No holiday coverage required
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Surgery, GI, ER, or General X-ray required; 4+ years preferred
- ARRT (R) certification required
- IEMA license required if applicable
- BLS certification required (American Heart or American Red Cross accepted)
- Epic EMR experience required and must be reflected in employment history
- New graduates will not be considered
Additional Information
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate
- Returning permanent or per diem staff must be away for 12 months before being considered as a traveler
- RTO for 13-week contracts limited to a maximum of 7 days
- Facility conducts a brief interview, typically 10-15 minutes, prior to placement
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 15, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an X-ray Technician for a Radiology contract requiring 2+ years of experience in Surgery, GI, ER, or General X-ray and ARRT (R) certification.
Details
- Day shift, 8-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
- 40 hours per week
- Every other weekend required
- No floating or on-call requirements
- No holiday coverage required
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Surgery, GI, ER, or General X-ray required; 4+ years preferred
- ARRT (R) certification required
- IEMA license required if applicable
- BLS certification required (American Heart or American Red Cross accepted)
- Epic EMR experience required and must be reflected in employment history
- New graduates will not be considered
Additional Information
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate
- Returning permanent or per diem staff must be away for 12 months before being considered as a traveler
- RTO for 13-week contracts limited to a maximum of 7 days
- Facility conducts a brief interview, typically 10-15 minutes, prior to placement
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in X-Ray tech jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois radiographer license issued by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency
- ARRT certification in Radiography required or must be registry-eligible at hire
- Completion of an accredited radiologic technology program, typically an associate degree
- Demonstrated proficiency operating digital radiography and fluoroscopy equipment
- Current BLS certification from an American Heart Association-approved provider
- Ability to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and on-call coverage
X-Ray Tech Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a x-ray tech in Illinois?
To work as an x-ray tech in Illinois you must hold an active Radiographer license issued by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, Division of Nuclear Safety. Before applying for that license you need to complete an accredited radiologic technology program and pass the ARRT Radiography examination. Most Illinois programs lead to an associate degree and take about two years, with clinical hours completed at affiliated hospitals or imaging centers across the state.
Which companies hire x-ray techs in Illinois?
Illinois x-ray tech roles are posted by WellNow Urgent Care, American Traveler, and Advocate Aurora Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's high concentration of large integrated health systems means consistent openings appear across both flagship hospital campuses and their affiliated outpatient and urgent-care sites statewide.
Which Illinois cities have the most x-ray tech jobs?
Chicago, Elgin, and Naperville have the most x-ray tech openings in Illinois. Chicago leads by a wide margin because of its cluster of academic medical centers, Level I trauma centers, and specialty imaging clinics, while Rockford and Springfield generate steady openings through regional health systems such as Mercyhealth and Memorial Health that serve large surrounding populations.
Are there remote x-ray tech jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. About 13% of x-ray tech openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects how hands-on the role is by nature. The small share of remote work that does exist tends to involve teleradiology support roles or administrative positions within radiology departments rather than direct patient imaging.
How can I get hired as a x-ray tech in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate positions at large Illinois health systems such as Advocate Aurora Health, Northwestern Medicine, or OSF HealthCare, all of which regularly hire registry-eligible candidates who have not yet accumulated post-graduation experience. Completing clinical rotations at one of these systems during your program is a strong advantage since many sites hire from their own rotation pool. Lateral moves from patient care technician or radiology aide roles are another common entry point, and having your Illinois IEMA license in hand before you apply is the single biggest credential that separates candidates at the entry level.
Where can I find and apply to x-ray tech jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to x-ray tech jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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