CT Technologist- FT 2nd Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

$2,500 sign-on bonus

Job summary

Advocate Health Care seeks a CT technologist to perform computed tomography procedures under radiologist supervision. The role includes patient positioning, selecting technical factors, and providing patient instruction.

Qualifications include AMA-approved radiology education, ARRT CT certification, CPR, and IEMA accreditation. You will mentor colleagues, work rotating shifts, and participate in quality control within a fast-paced CT suite.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved school of radiology technology with certification by ARRT.
• ARRT CT certification required.
• IEMA accreditation required.
• CPR certified.
• CT registered within 6 months of hire.
• Must be able to lift/move patients.
• Able to work rotating shifts, any day of the week.
• Experience with CT procedures and radiology documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures under radiologist supervision.
• Produce scans, position patients, and choose appropriate technical factors.
• Explain procedure to patients and obtain necessary information.
• Update HIS/RIS with procedure data and billing codes.
• Train and supervise radiology department personnel.
• Maintain quality control and safety standards in the CT suite.

Skills

CT experience

Mentoring

Computer skills

Cross-sectional anatomy

Patient handling

Shift flexibility

Education

AMA approved radiology program

ARRT CT certification

IEMA accreditation

Tools

AWW workstation

HIS/RIS system

PACS access

Job description

Position Requirements

Graduate of AMA approved school of radiology technology with certification by ARRT

$2,500 sign-on Bonus!

• External candidates

Position Requirements

• 6 months minimum CT experience
• Able to mentor and educate radiology technologists in proper techniques for CT scanning
• Computer applications technical background in computers
• Technical knowledge in the area of computers and cross sectional anatomy
• CT registered within 6 month from the date of hire.
• IEMA accreditation
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registered (ARRT) (CT)
• CPR certified
• This position may need to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated, in this case, prior experience with all age groups is required
• Ability to lift and/or move patients
• Ability to work in a fast~paced environment with established time constraints
• May be exposed to hazardous materials and life~threatening diseases
• Ability to work rotating shifts any day of the week

Purpose

Under the direction of a radiologist, performs computerized tomographic procedures at a technical level requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for computerized tomography scanning. Assumes responsibilities for designed areas or procedures as required.

Accountabilities

Production of scans, positions, and immobilization of patients. Selects proper technical factors. Ensures patient is well informed about procedure and other relevant positioning information. Responsibility for diagnostic procedures requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology so that independent selection and modification of technical factors may produce optimum results. Responsible for capturing appropriate exam charges, updates to procedure files, reimbursement codes etc., with the HIS/RIS Computer System, as well as training and overseeing department personnel following HIS/RIS Procedures checks daily log to see that day's exams are appropriately completed. Ensures that procedures sent to PACS are verified to enable radiologist interpretation of the procedure. Performs 3~D reconstruction, CT angiography and is proficient in use of AWW work station. Injection of appropriate contrast material into a vein to visualize anatomical structures under the supervision of a Radiologist and following department guidelines. Provision of radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Maintenance of adequate records, orderliness, and cleanliness of CT suite. Required to perform quality control tests and document results maintains a quality protocol to computerize and enhance images. Completes assigned CQI projects and mandatory inservices as assigned. Maintain awareness of technological changes and advances in CT.