Department:
36317 Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital - CT
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
32
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
10:00am-6:30pm or 12:00pm-8:30pm with rotating weekend, call and holidays
Pay Range:
$35.50 - $53.25
$2,500 sign-on Bonus!*
*External candidates
Position Requirements:
Graduate of AMA approved school of radiology technology with certification by ARRT
6 months minimum CT experience
Able to mentor and educate radiology technologists in proper techniques for CT scanning
Computer applications technical background in computers
Technical knowledge in the area of computers and cross sectional anatomy
CT registered within 6 month from the date of hire.
IEMA accreditation
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registered (ARRT) (CT)
CPR certified
This position may need to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated, in this case, prior experience with all age groups is required
Ability to lift and/or move patients
Ability to work in a fast~paced environment with established time constraints
May be exposed to hazardous materials and life~threatening diseases
Ability to work rotating shifts any day of the week
Purpose:
Under the direction of a radiologist, performs computerized tomographic procedures at a technical level requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for computerized tomography scanning. Assumes responsibilities for designed areas or procedures as required.
Accountabilities:
Production of scans, positions, and immobilization of patients. Selects proper technical factors. Ensures patient is well informed about procedure and other relevant positioning information. Responsibility for diagnostic procedures requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology so that independent selection and modification of technical factors may produce optimum results. Responsible for capturing appropriate exam charges, updates to procedure files, reimbursement codes, etc., with the HIS/RIS Computer System, as well as training and overseeing department personnel following HIS/RIS Procedures checks daily log to see that day's exams are appropriately completed. Ensures that procedures sent to PACS are verified to enable radiologist interpretation of the procedure.
Performs 3~D reconstruction, CT angiography and is proficient in use of AWW work station.
Injection of appropriate contrast material into a vein to visualize anatomical structures under the supervision of a Radiologist and following department guidelines.
Provision of radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Maintenance of adequate records, orderliness, and cleanliness of CT suite. Required to perform quality control tests and document results maintains a quality protocol to computerize and enhance images. Completes assigned CQI projects and mandatory inservices as assigned.
Maintain awareness of technological changes and advances in CT.
