Mobile CT Tech - Imaging Deparment

Advocate Health • Rome, GA

1d • $33 - $50

About The Position

The Mobile CT Tech operates CT equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures, including imaging of the body, head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, contrast studies, orthopedic areas, and extremities. The role gathers patient medical history, verifies requisitions against physician orders, positions patients, selects and adjusts scanning factors, and provides radiation protection and safety. Under Radiologist direction, the technologist prepares and administers contrast media, assists with scanning techniques, and provides measurements and additional slices as needed for accurate interpretation.

The position post-processes, identifies, and labels images; maintains regulatory records; enters patient and study information into the radiology information system; and records billing codes for procedures. It also performs equipment quality assurance and calibration, identifies and reports equipment issues, and evaluates new products and equipment. Patient positioning and transport duties involve lifting and pushing or pulling. The technologist must provide age-appropriate care and understand growth and development across the lifespan.

This is a full-time role scheduled for 40 hours per week, with a variable schedule. The posted pay range is $33.05–$49.60. The position requires advanced training beyond high school through an accredited or approved Radiologic Technology program; no prior experience is required. A state of Wisconsin radiographer license and ARRT Registered Technologist registration are required. ARRT CT registration must be obtained within 18 months, and AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification must be obtained within 6 months. Annual education requirements for hospital-based certifications must be maintained.

Requirements

• Advanced training beyond high school, including completion of an accredited or approved Radiologic Technology program.
• No experience required.
• Wisconsin state radiographer license.
• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Obtain ARRT Computed Tomography (CT) registration within 18 months.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) within 6 months.
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and basic radiation safety.
• Competency in IV and venipuncture if required by the facility.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills for working effectively with physicians, patients, and other staff.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above the shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist, lift up to 20 pounds overhead, carry up to 40 pounds a reasonable distance, push or pull with 30 pounds of force, and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Clear speech, vision, and hearing.
• Ability to work around possible mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards and blood and body fluids, using personal protective equipment as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures, including body, head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, contrast, orthopedic, and extremity imaging.
• Obtain patient medical histories and compare requisitions with physician orders to ensure exam accuracy.
• Position patients, select and adjust scanning factors, and provide radiation protection and safety in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and administer contrast media under Radiologist direction and assist with proper scanning techniques.
• Provide measurements and additional image slices as directed by the Radiologist.
• Post-process images and accurately identify and label them with patient name, medical record unit number, and scan location or position.
• Maintain records and enter patient and study information into the radiology information system in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Document billing codes for procedures performed to support accurate patient charges.
• Identify equipment performance issues, perform quality assurance tests and calibration procedures, report malfunctioning equipment, and evaluate new products and equipment.
• Perform patient positioning and transporting duties, including lifting and pushing or pulling, using proper technique.
• Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and needs, applying knowledge of lifespan growth and development.
• Maintain annual educational requirements for hospital-based certifications.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Potential premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate’s position.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree