CT Technologist - $32-51 per hour
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 15, 2024
Job Description:
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a CT Technologist for a job in
Chicago, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CT Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: nights
- Employment Type: Staff
***$10,000 Sign on Bonus for external hires***Schedule will be
flexible to work overnight and second shift with every other
weekend third shift. Flexible to work various shifts as
needed.Major Responsibilities:--
- Provide competent, proficient technical skills in the
performance of emergency and routine CT procedures, implementing
procedural standards and protocols.--
- ------------Demonstrate competence in the operation of
equipment (laser, scanner, injector, processor, crash cart) and
report equipment problems to appropriate individuals or contracted
services--
- ------------Ability to function without supervision--
- ------------Rotate shifts when necessary.--
- ------------Participate in on-call rotation if needed. Must
respond to emergency call-in within 45 minutes.--
- --------- Rotate holiday coverage--
- ------------Ability to access a vein for the purpose of
injecting contrast.--
- ------------Ability to assist Radiologist with all invasive
procedures and perform clerical duties as required.----
- ------------Ability to recognize contraindications and adverse
reactions to oral IV contrast.--
- ------------Ability to recognize abnormal/normal pathologies
and apply the proper protocol.--
- ------------Familiarity with cross-sectional anatomy.--
- Provide patient care specific to procedural requirements and
patients' needs within established Department protocols--
- ------------Provide for patient comfort and safety for all
procedures--
- ------------Respond to patient/physician complaints quickly.
Report all complaints to appropriate supervisor--
- --------- Respond to patients' questions pertaining to specific
procedures--
- ------------Coordinate multiple exams between CT and other
departments--
- ------------Maintain patient confidentiality in all areas
including computer, patient charts, and patient
communications--
- ------------Maintain professional attitude toward patients and
fellow associates--
- ------------Transport patients when Patient Escort services are
not available--
- ------------Provide immobilization and radiation shielding
devices as necessary----
- Documentation of department records--
- ------------Participate in documentation of CQI/QA and ACR
statistics.--
- ------------Participate in properly stocking rooms, checking
and ordering of supplies--
- ------------Understands and can operate RadNet and
CareConnection.--
- ------------Documentation of patients' histories and records as
required.--
- ------------Process appropriate paperwork, including handling
of requisitions, logging of test and charging patients--
- Comply with established hospital safety standards to ensure
patient and staff well being--
- ------------Maintain CPR certification, IEMA and ARRT.--
- ------------Operate equipment in a safe manner according to
Hospital and Department Policies and Procedures on safety--
- ------------Use Universal Precautions in daily performance of
procedures--
- Demonstrate a commitment to the organization by supporting and
adapting to changes consistent with operating goals--
- ------------Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility for
change.--
- ------------Demonstrate reliability for attendance and
punctuality.--
- ------------Maintain compliance with Regulatory Standards and
procedures (current IEMA and ARRT).--
- Provide training assistance to new associates and radiology
tech students. Assist in preparation, submission, and adherence to
ACR standards and ACR accreditation for CT.--
- Keep current on new trends in the field of CT including
attending continuing education programs and in-services. Complete
all required competencies as required by Hospital and Regulatory
standards. Obtain and remain in good standing with CT certification
within one year of hire.------Education/Experience Required:--
- 1 year Radiology tech experience--
- --Graduate of approved Radiology Technology Program and
Certification in CT.------Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:--
- Familiarity with CT keyboard----
- Familiar with all CT equipment----
- ARRT, IEMA, CPR, CT Certification------Physical Requirements
and Working Conditions:----
- Ability to anticipate patient, employee and department needs
and act appropriately on those needs.----
- Weekend, holiday and after hour's call-ins in order to
accommodate patient and staff needs. - Weekend rotation during
normal hours----
- Ability to sit, stand for extended periods of time.----
- Exposure to critically ill patients.----
- Ability to start IV's----
- Good communication skills both written and oral----
- Good organizational skills.----
- 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: ADDENDUM TO JOB DESCRIPTIONS RELATED TO PATIENT
SAFETY:--
- Report patient safety events and near misses in timely
fashion----
- Adhere to all behavioral and procedural patient safety
practices----
- Promote culture of safety through identifying threats to
patient safety and intervening to prevent patient harm----
- Communicate openly and promote team work Report intimidating
behavior and other threats to patient safety promptly ----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.--Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R36959.
Posted job title: Ct TechnologistAbout Advocate Aurora
HealthAdvocate Aurora Health's 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values
of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our
stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be
the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools
and resources for orientation, education and professional
development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice
as a team member will be heard clearly whether you're at one of our
10 Magnet-- designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of
care.--Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate
Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue
their passion.Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
- Discount program
- Sign-On bonus
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