CT Technologist

Job Description

CT Technologist

Job ID : R143784

Shift : 2nd

Full / Part Time : Full_time

Pay Range : $34.90 - $52.35

Location :

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - 3815 Highland Ave

Downers Grove, IL 60515

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Hours Per Week : 40

Our Commitment to You :

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards : benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including :

Compensation

• Base compensation within the position's 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

Benefits and more

Schedule Details / Additional Information :

Full time 1.0 FTE

40 hours per week

1430-2300

Monday-Friday, 8 hr shifts, alternating weekends.

$10,000 sign-on bonus!

Major 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.

1)Performs computerized post-processing of images using reconstruction software appropriate to the pathology or region of interest under investigation.

2)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.

1)Maintains equipment safety by performing daily Tube Warm Up and Calibrations on CT scanners.

2)Communicates equipment issues or concerns to appropriate personnel and / or ILinqs issues directly to GE service.

3)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.

1)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.

1)Maintains appropriate inventory levels of medical supplies.

2)Initiates requests for emergency medical support as indicated by patient condition; this is to include Code Blue, Respiratory Distress, etc.

Education / Experience Required :

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06 / 01 / 2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting / movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Addendum : -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 - Works under frequent stress - Must function under established guidelines of policies and procedures manual, and physician and department standards - Enrolls in Training & Development Programs offered by Advocate appropriate to level of responsibility

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.