CT Technologist - Supervisor

Advocate Health Care; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care, a leading medical network in Illinois, seeks a skilled CT Technologist to manage cross‑location CT activities, perform advanced imaging, and coordinate with radiologists and nursing staff. The role emphasizes patient safety, protocol adherence, and efficient workflow within a busy radiology department.

The successful candidate will maintain QA records, participate in accreditation efforts, and support ongoing staff training, ensuring high-quality imaging and compliance with

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in CT and a radiologic technology credential
• ARRT Registration and CPR Certification
• Stroke care training annually (1 hour) and CT protocol knowledge

Responsibilities

• Coordinate CT activities to support patient care management.
• Perform CT procedures and document patient history and prep.
• Monitor patient during procedures and manage scheduling.
• Maintain equipment, QA testing, and safety protocols.
• Assist with staff training and competency development.
• Ensure proper billing and coding of CT procedures.
• On-call responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintain inventory and coordinate with Materials Manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Education

Associate or Certificate of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Radiology Information System

Job description

Major Responsibilities

• Coordination of CT activities to support patient care management.
• Performs time and attendance bi‑weekly for staff.
• Coordinates all outpatient and inpatient exams and procedures in all CT locations, communicating with ancillary departments and nursing.
• Checks all requisitions ensuring that all tests are ordered correctly and entered into the Radiology Information System.
• Provides advice and direction regarding the technical standards per procedure.
• Consults with ordering physicians and radiologists.
• Ensures effective patient/exam information is documented and communicated.
• Monitors department productivity levels and work functions, ensuring staff development and competency levels meet demands.
• Provides overall direction in the planning of cross‑training for associates and schedules department staff to ensure optimal utilization.
• Ensures adherence to department and hospital policies and procedures by the CT staff.
• Develops and/or revises protocols to meet American College of Radiology standards and DNV requirements.

Performs C.T. Procedures

• Performs computerized tomography procedures according to approved policies, procedures and filming requirements.
• Obtains patient history and other relevant information, documenting it appropriately.
• Performs venipuncture, following department policy, and administers contrast material as prescribed by the radiologist.
• Monitors patient’s condition during all procedures.
• Schedules patient exams when necessary.
• Distributes oral contrast and preparation information to patients.
• Performs advanced imaging and post‑processing.
• Ensures proper billing and coding of procedures.
• Assumes on‑call responsibilities.

Assists in Implementation and Training of Staff

• Develops competency criteria for equipment and exams.
• Ensures all staff participate in continuing education and keep current with equipment and procedures.
• Seeks learning opportunities to stay current with industry trends.
• Works with radiologists to review and revise department scanning protocols.

Maintains Equipment and Examination Rooms

• Ensures proper use of equipment and notifies the Service Engineer and manager of any malfunction.
• Performs quality assurance testing on all CT equipment and maintains records.
• Participates in acquiring American College of Radiology accreditation for the CT department, ensuring timely submission of applications and images for continual compliance.
• Ensures work areas are safe, sanitary and well maintained.
• Assists with evaluation and purchase of new capital equipment.

Maintains Appropriate Inventory

• Checks expiration dates of all supplies weekly.
• Maintains supplies on the biopsy cart.
• Advises the Materials Manager of needed supplies and appropriate par levels.

Education / Experience Required

5 years experience in CT, Associate or Certificate of Radiologic Technology, with 1 hour annually in stroke care.

Certifications

ARRT Registration, IDNS License, CPR Certification, CT Registration.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Good communication, interpersonal and customer‑relations skills, and strong organizational skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Knowledge of all areas of the department. May be exposed to radiation during procedures; must wear a lead apron. May be required to lift and move patients and may be exposed to hazardous materials and infectious diseases. If the position has direct patient care or direct patient contact, the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015: ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when a patient is unable to assist, patient‑handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate when available. Unique patient‑lifting or movement situations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis.

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. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.