Job Description
Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at UChicago Medicine as a Computerized Tomography Scanner Technologist (CT) in the CT Department.
As a Computerized Tomography Technologist, you will have the opportunity to experience new technologies, learn and perform advanced imaging skills, and participate in various aspects of research studies and clinical trials.
The Computerized Tomography Scanner Technologist performs diagnostic imaging studies as assigned, applies principles of radiation protection, exercises professional judgment in the performance of imaging procedures, provides necessary patient care during the course of imaging procedures.
UChicago Medicine offers tuition reimbursement options, health and well-being plans and competitive rates. You have an opportunity to have a rewarding job and be an important part of an internationally recognized medical team caring for patients at a level 1 trauma center and Comprehensive Stroke Center.
Essential Job Functions
- Performs imaging duties as assigned
- Positions the patient being tested to insure that proper image capture is achieved
- Selects proper technical factors
- Utilizes computer to record patient status
- Functions proficiently with all technical equipment in diagnostic modality
- Assists physician in performing imaging studies
- Prepares contrast media for administration to patients and assists the physician
- Maintains technical imaging equipment to be in proper working conditioned
- Reports malfunctioning equipment or housekeeping issues to appropriate person
- Keeps equipment and work area clean and neat
- Maintains an adequate inventory of all necessary supplies
CT Technologist Required Qualifications
- Satisfactory completion of formal Radiology technology training in an AMA approved school
- Effective communication skills and excellent patient care skills required
- Current registry by ARRT within 12months of hire date
- Advanced CT certification required (Open to New Graduates)
- Licensure by the State of Illinois (IEMA)
- CPR training required and BLS training recommended
Position Details
- Job Type / FTE : Registry, 0.10 FTE
- Shift : Registry
- Unit / Department : Rad CT-CAC Orland Park
- CBA Code : Non-Union
- No Visa Sponsorship Available
Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process.
This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law.
Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.