CT Technologist: Advanced Imaging & Patient Care

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a CT Technologist to perform diagnostic CT imaging, maintain optimal image quality, and ensure patient safety throughout the imaging process. The role involves administering contrast per policy, coordinating exam flow, and documenting results, while upholding compliance, quality, and safety standards in a fast-paced radiology department.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, QA, maintaining logs, and assisting physicians during CT procedures, with

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
• Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards.
• Apply professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
• Reviews images prior to exam completion and initiates corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
• Administers contrast in accordance with policy, including screening for contraindications and patient monitoring.
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains imaging room readiness.
• Coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in medical record and image archive system, including exam set-up, image routing, result availability and charging accuracy.
• Adheres to organizational values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements.
• Ensures a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.
• Verifies orders and confirms protocol.
• Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table.
• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately and uses ALARA principles during examinations.
• Assures patient, staff and personal safety by adhering to established standards including Right Patient and Right Exam.
• Establishes IV access for contrast administration and related lab draws.
• Administers contrast media oral and/or IV contrast in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Prepares for and assists the physician in computed tomography procedures, including interventional procedures.
• Enters data such as type of scan, slice thickness, scan time and other technical data into computer.
• Communicates with patient before and during procedure; monitors safety, comfort.
• Validates that all required series, images, protocols and reconstructions are complete and meet established image quality standards.
• Assures complete study transfer to PACS for radiologist interpretation.
• Performs CT equipment QA and maintains required logs.
• Performs clerical tasks such as receiving orders, scheduling patients, and recordkeeping.
• Maintains and cleans work area and equipment; replenishes supplies as needed

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a CT Technologist to perform diagnostic CT imaging, maintain optimal image quality, and ensure patient safety throughout the imaging process. The role involves administering contrast per policy, coordinating exam flow, and documenting results, while upholding compliance, quality, and safety standards in a fast-paced radiology department.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, QA, maintaining logs, and assisting physicians during CT procedures, with