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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago•Chicago, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Tech primarily performs Computed Tomography (CT) and Radiology (XR) examinations, ensuring that procedures are completed efficiently and meet image-quality standards. The role maintains current knowledge of CT and XR technology and equipment, supports continuous quality improvement, and provides excellent communication and customer service. The technologist also serves as a knowledge resource for students, technologists, and others. This position works Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. and is based at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. The technologist collaborates with nurses and physicians to support positive patient outcomes and patient flow, and contributes to a multidisciplinary approach to care. The position requires adherence to radiation-safety procedures, institutional policies, and Joint Commission patient-safety guidelines. The role requires graduation from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology, current Basic Life Support certification, and current Illinois Emergency Management Agency licensure. ARRT certification in CT is required within one year of hire and must be maintained. At least two years of radiology, CT, or XR experience is required. The position includes regular movement of patients and equipment and the ability to move up to 20 pounds regularly. The stated pay range is $40.00–$66.00 per hour.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
ARRT certification in CT required within one year of hire; certification must be maintained throughout employment.
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.
At least two years of radiology, CT, or XR experience required.
Current Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) licensure, maintained throughout employment.
Excellent communication and listening skills.
Ability to make quick, accurate decisions and handle stressful situations.
Ability to operate a personal computer using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other department-specific software as required.
Ability to move up to 20 pounds regularly and to move patients and equipment regularly.
Ability to communicate clearly in person and by telephone and record accurate messages.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability is helpful.

Responsibilities

Perform CT and XR imaging procedures according to department standards in a timely and efficient manner.
Meet age-specific competency standards and produce examinations that satisfy image-quality standards.
Submit images for physician interpretation.
Verify patient demographic information, pertinent clinical diagnoses, and required technical results.
Enter data accurately and promptly, and ensure all technical data-entry components are complete before the end of the shift.
Know and perform modality-specific quality-control procedures as needed.
Support organizational changes.
Follow radiation-safety procedures in accordance with the radiation-safety program.
Participate in a multidisciplinary approach to patient care and work closely with nurses and physicians to support positive outcomes and optimal patient flow.
Model service principles focused on innovation, service excellence, teamwork, and high-quality care and service.
Follow institutional policies and maintain working knowledge of Joint Commission patient-safety goals and guidelines.
Maintain and update the educational record annually and meet all department-required competencies.
Communicate clearly in person and by telephone and record accurate messages.
Move patients and equipment regularly and move up to 20 pounds regularly.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance.
Employer contribution toward a Health Savings Account.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
403(b) plan with a 5% employer match.
Voluntary supplemental life, AD&D, and disability coverage; critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Tuition assistance.
Student loan servicing and support.
Adoption benefits.
Backup childcare and eldercare.
Employee Assistance Program and specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members.
Discounts on services at Lurie Children’s facilities.
Discount purchasing program.
Some hourly employees may receive differentials; select roles may receive leadership incentives.
Wellbeing programs.