CT Technologist - $32-51 per hour
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Justice
Posted on: October 20, 2024
Job Description:
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a CT Technologist for a job in
Justice, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CT Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: nights
- Employment Type: Staff
$10,000 sign on bonus for externals onlyMajor Responsibilities:
- Performs CT scans and reformations according to established
clinical protocols, guidelines, and department operating procedures
- 1)Positions patients correctly, using proper immobilization
techniques
- 2)Performs optimal scans using correct technical factors and
protocols, based on the patient diagnosis, history and other
revelant clinical information
- 3)Use correct technical factors in accordance with the American
College of Radiology (ACR) to use the lowest amount of radiation to
get a diagnostic scan.
- 4)Performs CT angiography, 3D reconstruction and post
processing of computer data to enhance exams for radiologist
interpretation, using reconstruction software appropriate to the
pathology or region of interest.
- 5)Follows correct CT Department Technologist workflow (Start
exam in radnet, select correct scan room and technologist, scan
patient, send images to PACs, scan all paperwork and data sheets
(eg. lab results/med-reconciliation sheets), complete the case in
RADNET, charge for contrast media, Verify that all images, series
and data sheets have been sent to PACs- make sure the number of
images is correct.- Verify 0 image exams, verify exams with images
and archive images on scanner and optical disc
- 6)Operates support equipment for CT such as: Independent
workstation, pressure injector, PACs and RADNET
- 7)Initiates IV for administration of contrast media for CT in
accordance with department policy and utilizing standard
precautions - Is IV certified within 3 months of hire. Ability to
recognize adverse reactions to radiologic contrast materials.
- 8)Prepares patient for exams by explaining procedure and by
encouraging questions and answering any questions the patient may
have
- 9)Transports patients to and from departments when necessary.
Assist in transfer of patients on and off the CT table. Continually
monitors patient condition during CT procedure.
- 10)Works with radiologist in the tailoring of protocols to meet
patient exam requirements.
- Accountable for obtaining pertinent patient history to provide
the radiologist with adequate information for exam interpretation
and to ensure procedural criteria is met.
- 1)Obtains and documents, confidential history (eg. lab values -
BUN/Creatinine/GFR, allergy screening, surgical and dialysis
history, etc), from patient, chart or family member, to ensure the
appropriateness of the exam as well as administration of contrast
media
- 2)Recognizes contraindications for IV and oral contrast per
patient history, diagnosis, or protocols.
- Accountable for documentation of all patient information on
appropriate forms for department records related to preservation of
patient records, patient statistics, billing information and
supplies
- 1)Documents confidential patient history to ensure
appropriateness of exam and contrast media
- 2)Documents patient charge data, modifying and initiating
charges as procedure modifications are made per the
radiologist
- 3)Documents any allergic reaction, iv extravasations and
initiates incident report regarding staff or patient
situations
- 4)Maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies, notifies
ordering personnel in a timely manner when supplies need to be
ordered
- 5)Assists in scheduling of exams
- Accountable for being compliant with established Accrediting
Organization, IEMA and department safety safety standards to ensure
patients and staff well being at all times
- 1)Maintains appropriate inventory levels of medical supplies.
Performs basic quality assurance scans on all scanners to ensure
safety of scanners for patients and staff - Documents daily QA in
logbook
- 2)Promotes patient safety by reporting issues through
established channels and participating as requested in safety
initiatives.
- 3)Use correct scanning protocols, guidelines and technical
factors to obtain the best quality diagnostic scan using the lowest
possible radiation
- 4)Maintains fire safety standards
- 5)Initiates requests for emergency medical support as indicated
by patient condition - Knowledge of when to call Code Blue/Rapid
Response
- 6)Maintains knowledge of departmental disaster and evacuation
policies
- 7)Maintains and constantly implements standard precautions
- 8)Maintains documentation of equipment malfunctions and
notifies appropriate personnel
- --9)Attends mandatory in-services
- 10)Completion of all applicable of safety modules
- Accountable for coordinating the scheduling of inpatients,
outpatients and ER patients to ensure efficient utilization of CT
equipment and personnel
- 1)Works with inpatient and outpatient scheduling to adjust
schedules as needed
- Accountable for keeping abreast of current CT procedures and
new developments in the field of CT and sharing of information with
staff, new hires and students.
- 1)Responsible for attending in-services and education seminars
when appropriate.
- 2)Responsible for instructing other technologists on new
techniques, protocols or procedures learned
- 3)Responsible for training of new staff and students
- Accountable for keeping state licensure (IEMA), certifications
(ARRT) and CPR card current
- 1)Copy of licensure, certification and cpr cards will be given
to coordinator or manager immediately.
- 2)Prefer certification in CT or to be CT advanced certified
within 1 year of hire.
- Accountable for maintaining good relations when dealing with
internal and external customers encountered in daily performance of
job. (Internal customers - fellow staff members, physicians)
External customers - ancillary departments, inpatients,
outpatients, ER patients and family members
- 1)Associated is expected to follow the Advocate Standards of
Behavior
- 2)Associate uses AIM continually when interacting with
patients, family members, visitors and staff
- 3)Address minor customer complaints. Tactfully resolves
complaints, using service recovery
- 4)Refers difficult complaints or sensitive issues to higher
authorityEducation/Experience Required:
- 3 year general radiology ARRT registry IEMA license CPR within
in 3 months of hireKnowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Basic knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and basic CT
procedures Good oral and written communication skills Computer
competent
- ARRT registry IEMA license CPR certification (within 3 months
of hire) IV certification (within 3 months of hire) Must pass
advanced CT certification within 1 year of hire.Physical
Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Ability to work overtime when needed and respond to work at
short notice (eg. Disaster Call back) Ability to be flexible in
starting times to meet departmental demands. (weekend
rotation,flexible hours, other shifts) Ability to work weekends and
holidays Ability to participate in on-call programs and available
to department needs with minimal notice Ability to show excellent
technical competence IV certified Ability to show computer
competence and equipment skill competence (eg. power injector)
Ability to practice high quality patient care - very good
communication skills - follows age specific guidelines Ability to
demonstrate very good oral and written communication skills Good
organizational skills Ability to deal with extremely ill patients -
can handle stressful situations professionally Ability to make
independent professional decisions using good judgement skills
Ability to function independently with minimal assistance in
performing job Attends education and safety inservices - completes
all safety modules May be exposed to hazardous chemicals Exposed to
radiation - follows radiation safety guidelines Ability to attend
out of town site visits/training if needed Ability to do light,
medium or heavy lifting Light: Lifting up to 20-50 pounds
occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently Medium: Lifting up
to 20-50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds constantly
Heavy: Lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds
occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20
pounds constantly This position will recognize needs and behaviors
of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., understand
child growth and development, normal patterns of adolescent
behavior and look for signs of normal aging. Prior experience with
various age groups is preferred.
- 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.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 #R127618. Posted
job title: Computer Tomography Scan Tech CmcAbout 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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