CT Scan Technologist — Night Shift

Cook County Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Pension Plan

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cook County Health’s Radiology Department at Provident Hospital seeks a CAT Technologist to perform CT scans for in-patients and out-patients under supervision. The role emphasizes infection control and radiation safety while producing high-quality images.

Under SEIU Local 73, the position requires ARRT CT certification, IEMA licensure, BLS, and AMA-approved radiologic technology training. The shift is 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM with rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a two-year AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology (must provide official transcripts).
• ARRT CT certification required (must provide certification).
• IEMA license required (must provide license).
• BLS certification required (must provide certification).

Responsibilities

• Prepares and sets up all equipment necessary for CT scanning examinations.
• Explains procedures to the patient and ensures safety and comfort during CT procedures.
• Sends images to PACS and enters patient data into the RIS (Cerner).
• Sets scanning data on equipment (mA, exposure time, slice thickness, orientation).
• Obtains images of diagnostic quality appropriate for the medical problem.
• Maintains safety and infection control measures during procedures.
• Performs daily quality assurance tests and documents results.
• May initiate IVs for contrast administration and assists in teaching procedures.

Skills

Infection control knowledge

Radiology safety

Anatomical knowledge

Interpreting physician requests

Education

Two-year AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT CT certification

IEMA license

BLS certification

Tools

Cerner RIS

PACS procedures

Job description

Cook County Health’s Radiology Department at Provident Hospital seeks a CAT Technologist to perform CT scans for in-patients and out-patients under supervision. The role emphasizes infection control and radiation safety while producing high-quality images.

Under SEIU Local 73, the position requires ARRT CT certification, IEMA licensure, BLS, and AMA-approved radiologic technology training. The shift is 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM with rotating weekends.