CT Tech Weekend Program

American Addiction Centers; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend Program Premium

Sign-on Bonus

Full time benefits

Job summary

Advocate Health in Wisconsin is seeking a CT technologist to join a dynamic team at Mount Pleasant. The role operates CT equipment for basic to intermediate diagnostics, with a 0.9 FTE schedule Fri–Sun 7am–7:30pm, and offers full-time benefits.

Candidates must hold a Wisconsin Radiographer license, ARRT RT and CT registrations within 18 months, plus BLS within 6 months; prior imaging experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Advanced training beyond high school in Radiologic Technology.
• No experience required.
• Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and basic radiation safety.
• Competent in IV and venipuncture where required.
• Excellent communication and patient service skills.
• Ability to work independently and use computer systems.
• Certification Addendum and annual hospital certification updates.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures.
• Obtains patient history and verifies orders for exam accuracy.
• Positions patient, selects scanning factors and applies radiation safety.
• Prepares and administers contrast media under radiologist direction.
• Post-processes images and labels with patient details and MRU.
• Documents data in radiology information system and coding for charges.
• Identifies equipment issues and performs quality assurance tests.
• Performs patient positioning and transport with safe handling.
• Provides age-appropriate care as per department standards.

Skills

Cross sectional anatomy

Radiation safety

IV/venipuncture

Communication skills

Independent work

Computer skills

Certification addendum

Annual education requirements

Education

Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Department:

36317 AMC Mount Pleasant - CT

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

36

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Step into a role where your skills make a real impact every day. We’re looking for a motivated CT technologist to join our dynamic, supportive, and fun team. You’ll work with advanced imaging technology, collaborate with experienced colleagues who truly have each other’s backs, and help deliver exceptional patient care in a positive environment.

If you’re passionate about imaging, love teamwork, and want to grow in your career— this is the place for you.

• Friday, Saturday & Sunday 7am-7:30pm
• 0.9FTE with Full Time Benefits
• Weekend Program Premium offered!
• Eligible for a sign on Bonus!

Pay Range

$33.05 - $49.60

Major Responsibilities:

• Competently operates CT equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures. Procedures include basic imaging processing, body, head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, contrast, orthopedic and extremity.
• Obtains medical history from patients and compares requisitions to physicians’ orders to ensure exam accuracy.
• Positions patient and selects proper scanning factors, adjusts factors to attain the appropriate images, and provides radiation protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies.
• Prepares and administers contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist, and assists in the proper scanning techniques. Provides measurements and additional slices for accurate interpretation with direction from the Radiologist.
• Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images.
• Prepares and maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures. Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff and evaluates new products and equipment.
• Performs 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.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin, and
• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and
• Computed Tomography (CT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 18 months, and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providerscertification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.

Education Required:

• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.

Experience Required:

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and basic radiation safety.
• Competent in IV and venipuncture (if required by facility).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Certification Addendum
• Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g.DNV, CARF or others).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently 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 have clear speech, vision and hearing.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• 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.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long‑Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third‑largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value‑based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.