CT Technologist

American Addiction Centers•Aurora, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a CT Technologist within the CT department at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital. The role involves performing Computed Tomography procedures using various General Electric CT Systems (Revolution, Lightspeed, Brightspeed, and HD750), post-processing images, coordinating patient scheduling, and performing Quality Assurance Tests on equipment. The technologist is also responsible for obtaining patient history, charging examinations, preparing images for radiologists, starting IVs, administering contrast material, and monitoring patient conditions. Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Requirements

12-24 months experience in radiology
Graduate of Radiologic Technology program
2 hours of stroke education/year
Knowledge and understanding of cross sectional anatomy and CT procedures
Able to perform all routine CT procedures
Good oral & written communication skills
Computer competent
ARRT Registry (RT)
IDNS License
CPR
IV Certification within 3 months of date of hire
CT Registration within 1 year of date of hire

Nice To Haves

8 hours of stroke education/year
Attends educational seminars
Attend annual inservices on fire safety, infection control, and radiation protection
Member of professional organization to keep abreast of new developments
Requires above average organization and planning skills; must multi-task
Requires excellent human relation skills on both a clinical and non-clinical basis
Requires a thorough understanding of confidentiality issues
Enrolls in Training & Development Programs offered by Advocate appropriate to level of responsibility

Responsibilities

Performs Computed Tomography procedures utilizing General Electric Revolution, Lightspeed, Brightspeed, and HD750 Computerized Tomography Systems according to established operating procedures, clinical protocols, and imaging techniques.
Performs computerized post-processing of images using reconstruction software appropriate to the pathology or region of interest under investigation.
Addresses minor customer complaints. Tactfully resolves complaints; refers difficult complaints or sensitive issues to higher authority.
Coordinates the scheduling of inpatients and outpatients to ensure efficient utilization of CT equipment and personnel.
Performs Quality Assurance Tests on CT equipment to ensure optimal image quality and equipment performance.
Maintains equipment safety by performing daily Tube Warm Up and Calibrations on CT scanners.
Communicates equipment issues or concerns to appropriate personnel and/or ILinqs issues directly to GE service.
Maintains appropriate cleanliness of diagnostic and support equipment.
Obtains patient history and other relevant clinical information; documents all patient information on appropriate forms in preparation for review and dictation by a radiologist.
Responsible for charging of patient examinations, and preparing images and clinical information for interpretation by a radiologist.
Starts IVs using appropriate technique, prepares and administers contrast material, and monitors patient condition during the CT procedure.
Maintains appropriate inventory levels of medical supplies.
Initiates requests for emergency medical support as indicated by patient condition; this is to include Code Blue, Respiratory Distress, etc.

Benefits

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