CT Technologist - BroMenn

Carle Health; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a supportive and inclusive healthcare team where you can thrive! This role involves providing diagnostic Computed Tomography services to patients, ensuring safe and efficient imaging processes. You will collaborate with radiologists and utilize advanced imaging techniques while maintaining high standards of patient care. With competitive hourly wages and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers growth, balance, and flexibility in a dynamic healthcare environment. Discover the career purpose you were meant for at a leading healthcare system in central Illinois.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist with BLS certification required.
• Registered in Radiography and Computed Tomography within specified time frames.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT scans and advanced imaging procedures.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during imaging processes.
• Document procedures and maintain compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Computed Tomography

Patient Positioning

Radiation Safety

IV Access

Education

College Diploma in Radiologic Technology

Tools

PACS

EPIC Systems

Reconstruction Software

Job description

Overview

To provide diagnostic Computed Tomography Services to inpatients, outpatients, and Emergency Department patients under the supervision of a radiologist, following established procedures and protocols. Ensure safe, prompt, efficient, and cost-effective CT services.

Qualifications

License/Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
• Registered in Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Registered in Computed Tomography (CT) within 1 year - ARRT

Education:

• College Diploma in a Related Field or Certificate of Completion in Radiologic Technology

Other Knowledge/Skills:

• Relevant technical and clinical skills as required

Responsibilities

1. Position patients correctly, using proper immobilization techniques.
2. Perform optimal scans with correct technical factors, shielding, and protocols based on patient diagnosis and history.
3. Use appropriate radiation doses following ACR guidelines for diagnostic quality.
4. Perform advanced imaging procedures such as CT angiography, 3D, MIPS, VR, Vessel Analysis, and MPRs, utilizing reconstruction software.
5. Follow departmental workflow: identify patients, verify orders, acquire history, scan, send images to PACS, document, and complete cases in Meditech.
6. Operate support equipment including workstations, pressure injectors, PACS, and EPIC systems.
7. Initiate IV access for contrast media administration following department policies and standard precautions.
8. Prepare patients by explaining procedures and monitoring during scans.
9. Assist in patient transfers and ensure patient safety during procedures.
10. Collaborate with radiologists to tailor protocols for individual patient needs.
11. Document all procedures, supplies, and any adverse reactions or incidents accurately.
12. Maintain licensure and continuing education requirements.
13. Administer contrast media after proper patient screening and consultation with providers as needed.

About Us

Find it here.

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for at Carle Health, a supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. We offer growth, balance, and flexibility in central Illinois.

Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members across multiple hospitals and healthcare facilities, including Magnet-designated hospitals and innovative educational institutions. We are committed to equal opportunity employment and participate in E-Verify.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly wage range is $30.44 to $52.36, based on experience, qualifications, and other factors. We offer a comprehensive benefits package. For more details, visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.