Computer Tomography Technologist, CT Tech /Rad Tech - PRN

Kindred Healthcare•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Computer Tomography Technologist performs specialized tasks involved in CT scans at Kindred Hospital Chicago - North, a 164-bed long-term acute care hospital. The role operates CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with radiation safety procedures, supports patients’ psychological and physical needs, and helps ensure diagnostic image quality while minimizing radiation exposure. The technologist also handles patient scheduling and records, documents procedures and supplies, may assist with interventional CT procedures, and provides orientation and training for new CT technologists. The position is listed as PRN and pays $40 per hour.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited institution in Medical Radiography and/or completion and passing of an approved course in Computed Tomography.
ARRT certification/registration in Radiography R.T.(R) and/or Computed Tomography R.T.(CT), and meet qualifications required by the state where working.
Current BLS certification.
Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
Must have good and regular attendance.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform specialized tasks involving CT scans and operate CT scanners and related equipment according to radiation safety procedures.
Position patients for CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.
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.
Provide for patients’ psychological and physical needs during CT scans.
Adhere to protocol scan lengths to optimize patient dose.
Confirm patient position matches 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 sequence of exposure, 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.
Perform other related duties as assigned.