CT Technologist

Advocate Health Care; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Hazel Crest, Illinois is seeking a Radiology Tech. Responsibilities include performing technical CT procedures, providing patient care, ensuring documentation quality, and complying with safety standards.

The role requires 1 year of experience, graduation from an approved Radiology Technology Program, and certification in CT. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 1 year radiology tech experience.
• Familiarity with ARRT, IEMA, CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Technical CT procedures and equipment operation.
• Patient care and procedural support.
• Documentation and quality improvement.
• Safety compliance.
• Commitment to organizational goals.
• Training and continuing education.

Skills

Familiarity with the CT keyboard and all CT equipment

Good written and oral communication

Good organizational skills

Education

Graduate of an approved Radiology Technology Program

Certification in CT

Job description

Major Responsibilities

• Technical CT procedures and equipment operation
  • Access veins for contrast injection
  • Recognize contraindications and adverse reactions to oral IV contrast
  • Identify abnormal or normal pathologies and apply proper protocol
  • Familiarity with cross‑sectional anatomy
  • Operate laser, scanner, injector, processor, and crash cart; report equipment problems
  • Perform tasks without supervision
  • Rotate shifts as needed; participate in on‑call rotation, responding within 45 minutes
  • Provide holiday coverage
  • Assist the radiologist with invasive procedures and clerical duties
• Patient care and procedural support
  • Ensure patient comfort and safety for all procedures
  • Respond promptly to patient/physician complaints; report to supervisor
  • Answer patient questions about procedures
  • Coordinate multiple exams between CT and other departments
  • Maintain patient confidentiality in all areas (computer, charts, communication)
  • Maintain professional attitude toward patients and colleagues
  • Transport patients when escort services are unavailable
  • Provide immobilization and radiation shielding devices as needed
• Documentation and quality improvement
  • Participate in CQI/QA and ACR statistics documentation
  • Properly stock rooms, check, and order supplies
  • Operate RadNet and CareConnection systems
  • Document patient histories and records as required
  • Process paperwork, handle requisitions, log tests, and charge patients
• Safety compliance
  • Maintain CPR, IEMA, and ARRT certification
  • Operate equipment safely according to hospital and department policies
  • Use universal precautions daily
• Commitment to organizational goals
  • Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility for change
  • Maintain reliability for attendance and punctuality
  • Comply with regulatory standards (current IEMA, ARRT)
• Training and continuing education
  • Provide training assistance to new associates and radiology tech students
  • Assist with ACR standards and accreditation for CT
  • Keep current on new trends; attend continuing education programs and in‑services
  • Complete all required competencies and maintain CT certification within one year of hire

Education/Experience Required

• 1 year radiology tech experience
• Graduate of an approved Radiology Technology Program
• Certification in CT

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Familiarity with the CT keyboard and all CT equipment
• ARRT, IEMA, CPR, CT certification

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Anticipate patient, employee, and department needs; accommodate weekend, holiday, and after‑hour call‑ins
• Ability to sit, stand for extended periods; access to critically ill patients
• Ability to start IVs; good written and oral communication; good organizational skills
• Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; use patient‑handling equipment when needed

Addendum

• Report patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner
• Adhere to all behavioral and procedural patient safety practices
• Promote a culture of safety by identifying threats and intervening to prevent harm
• Communicate openly and promote teamwork; report intimidating behavior and other threats to safety promptly

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.