CT Tech Trainee

Advocate Health Care; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Downers Grove, IL is seeking an entry-level Radiologic Technologist trainee to learn advanced imaging procedures under supervision. You will prepare patients, position them for exams, and support the radiology team with safety protocols and documentation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to imaging standards, and progression toward independent technologist practice within a patient-centered care model.

Qualifications

• License/Registration/Certification Required: BLS for Healthcare Providers (AHA)
• ARRT registered (RT) and radiography (R)
• OR NMTCB registered (CNMT) or Unrestricted state license
• Successful completion of an accredited imaging technology program
• Typically requires one year of clinical experience

Responsibilities

• Complies with technologist scope of practice per organization guidelines; learns advanced imaging procedures with proper patient positioning and protocol compliance.
• Prepares and rooms the patient, gathering/updating health information and maintaining equipment.
• Learns POCT procedures (e.g., Serum creatinine) using aseptic technique and infection control guidelines.
• Learns basic clinical tasks (IV start, EKG) and assists Radiologist/APC with image-guided procedures.
• Learns to administer routine medications under orders, including contrast media and oxygen.
• Communicates effectively with Radiologist/APC, care team and patients to ensure smooth patient flow.
• Performs routine quality control and cleaning of equipment; identifies issues and processes for resolution.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Electronic Medical Records

Teamwork

Education

BLS certification

ARRT RT

CNMT/NMTCB

Unrestricted state license

Accredited imaging technology program

Tools

EMR system

Job description

• Complies with technologist scope of practice per organization guidelines. Learns to perform advanced imaging procedures with proper patient positioning, imaging protocol compliance, and workflow compliance.
• Learns to prepare and room the patient for exam by obtaining gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information (i.e., chief complaint, allergies, medications). Organizes and prepares exam rooms including cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment.
• Learns how to perform POCT procedures (i.e., Serum creatinine) using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines.
• Learns basic clinical tasks not limited to IV start and EKG.
• Learns how to assist the Radiologist/advance practice clinician (APC) with image guided procedures.
• Learns how to administer routine medications under Radiologist/physician/APC orders, which may include but are not limited to contrast media and oxygen.
• Learns how to provide simple patient instruction and refers questions to appropriate care team members.
• Learns how to effectively communicate with Radiologist/physician/APC, care team members and patients to ensure smooth patient flow and delivery of timely imaging services.
• Learns to complete routine quality control and monitoring of equipment. Learns appropriate technique for cleaning and caring for equipment. Learns to identify equipment performance issues and processes for resolution.
• Learns about patient-centered initiatives, care management, process improvement and lean methodology. Learns to perform various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with technologist scope of practice per organization guidelines. Learns to perform advanced imaging procedures with proper patient positioning, imaging protocol compliance, and workflow compliance.
• Learns to prepare and room the patient for exam by obtaining gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information (i.e., chief complaint, allergies, medications). Organizes and prepares exam rooms including cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment.
• Learns how to perform POCT procedures (i.e., Serum creatinine) using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines.
• Learns basic clinical tasks not limited to IV start and EKG.
• Learns how to assist the Radiologist/advance practice clinician (APC) with image guided procedures.
• Learns how to administer routine medications under Radiologist/physician/APC orders, which may include but are not limited to contrast media and oxygen.
• Learns how to provide simple patient instruction and refers questions to appropriate care team members.
• Learns how to effectively communicate with Radiologist/physician/APC, care team members and patients to ensure smooth patient flow and delivery of timely imaging services.
• Learns to complete routine quality control and monitoring of equipment. Learns appropriate technique for cleaning and caring for equipment. Learns to identify equipment performance issues and processes for resolution.
• Learns about patient-centered initiatives, care management, process improvement and lean methodology. Learns to perform various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• License/Registration/Certification Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• AND
• ARRT registered (RT) and radiography (R)
• OR
• NMTCB registered (CNMT)
• OR
• Unrestricted state license
• Education Required: Successful completion of an accredited imaging technology program.
• Experience Required: Typically requires one year of clinical experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Progression of skill competency will be evaluated by preceptor or department leader prior to independent performance in the clinical setting.
• Exhibits communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, staff, and physicians.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a electronic medical record and use of electronic mail.
• Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday.

Must Be Able To

• lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.

Must Be Able To

• push/pull with 30 lbs of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present.
• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: Radiation, mechanical, electrical, magnetic, chemical, infectious disease, blood, and body fluids.
• Will be required to wear proper PPE, protective clothing and equipment as needed.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

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.