CT Tech Full Time

American Addiction Centers•Park Ridge, IL

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Tech position at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital is a full-time role responsible for performing Computerized Tomography procedures in accordance with established policies and protocols. Key duties include post-processing, patient care, accurate documentation, managing Radiology Information System functions, administering contrast material, monitoring patient conditions, maintaining equipment and supplies, and assisting with new associate orientation and training. Advocate Health, the parent organization, is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, providing care across multiple states and recognized for clinical innovation and outcomes. The system employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, focusing on patient experience and community engagement.

Requirements

12-24 months experience in radiology.
Graduate of Radiologic Technology program.
1 hour annually in stroke care.
Knowledge of principles of CT.
Knowledge of equipment.
Knowledge of anatomy.
ARRT Registration.
IDNS License.
CPR Certification.
IV Certification within 3 months of date of hire.
CT Registration within 1 year of date of hire.

Responsibilities

Performs Computerized Tomography procedures according to the policies, procedures and department requirements set up by the Medical Director of Cat Scan and the Manager.
Performs as required, any post processing or required reconstructions specified by the department protocol.
Performs service recover and escalates patient concerns to coordinator, Supervisor or Manager if necessary.
Obtains pertinent patient history and other relevant information, documents information on correct forms and ensures that documentation is complete and signed.
Performs required Radiology Information System functions.
Responsible for charging of patient exams, completion of exam workflow and verifying study information for interpretation by a radiologist.
Starts IV’s for patients following the guidelines set up by the radiology department.
Administers contrast material as prescribed by a Radiologist.
Monitors patient condition during procedure.
Maintains appropriate inventory and checks all dates on supplies.
Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the event of code blue.
Notifies Radiologist when emergency medical help is needed. (i.e. contrast reactions and respiratory distress)
Performs quality assurance tests on all CT equipment.
Maintains clean room and equipment.
Maintains a well supplied biopsy cart.
Schedules patients when necessary and hands out patient prep for CT examination.
Assist in orienting new associates and training personnel on new Radiology systems or equipment when installed.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development
Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program