Computed Tomography CT (FT/Days)

Kindred Healthcare•Northlake, IL

7h•$35 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

Kindred Hospital Chicago - Northlake is a 94-bed long-term acute care hospital providing extended recovery care. The Computed Tomography CT technologist performs specialized tasks involved in CT scans and supports patients’ psychological and physical needs during procedures. The role is based at the hospital in Northlake, Illinois, and is listed as full-time days. The pay range is $35.00–$52.01 per hour. The technologist operates CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with radiation-safety procedures; positions patients and uses immobilization and protective equipment as needed; prepares and administers contrast; optimizes scan protocols, positioning, and technical factors to limit radiation exposure while maintaining image quality; evaluates and labels images; and records patient dose, medications, charges, and patient information. The role also includes scheduling and clerical functions, assisting with interventional CT procedures when applicable, and orienting and training new CT technologists. Benefit-eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), FSA/HSA, life insurance, paid time off, and wellness benefits.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited institution in Medical Radiography and/or completion and passage of an approved Computed Tomography course.
ARRT certification/registration in Radiography R.T.(R) and/or Computed Tomography R.T.(CT), and meet qualification requirements for the state of employment.
Current BLS certification.
Must read, write, and speak fluent English.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in diagnostic radiology or another imaging modality is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform specialized tasks associated with CT scans using CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with radiation-safety procedures.
Position patients for CT scans and use immobilization and protective equipment as needed.
Schedule patients for procedures and assist with clerical functions.
Dispense oral contrast to patients for CT scans.
Load and operate power injectors for contrast-media administration.
Address patients’ psychological and physical needs during CT scans.
Adhere to protocol scan lengths to optimize patient dose.
Confirm patient positioning matches the selected scanning-orientation parameters.
Use isocentering of the anatomy of interest to optimize dose.
Optimize technical factors to minimize radiation exposure while maintaining diagnostic image quality.
Use radiation-shielding devices.
Evaluate CT scans for technical quality, collate processed images in exposure sequence, and label them appropriately.
Record patient dose and contrast-medication administration according to policy.
Document appropriate charging of procedures and supplies.
Maintain accurate patient records.
Assist the radiologist with interventional CT procedures, if applicable.
Provide orientation and training for new CT technologists.
Maintain good and regular attendance.
Perform other related duties as assigned.