CT Technologist

CT Technologist at Advocate South Suburban Hospital. Full time, benefits eligible, 40 hours per week. Schedule: 8-hour shifts 3:00PM to 11:00PM, every 3rd weekend, 1 summer and 1 winter holiday, call. Pay Range: $35.50 - $53.25.

Responsibilities

Provide competent, proficient technical skills in the performance of emergency and routine CT procedures, implementing procedural standards and protocols; Ability to access a vein for the purpose of injecting contrast; Ability to recognize contraindications and adverse reactions to oral IV contrast; Ability to recognize abnormal/normal pathologies and apply the proper protocol; Demonstrate competence in the operation of equipment (laser, scanner, injector, processor, crash cart); Provide patient care specific to procedural requirements and patients' needs within established Department protocols; Documentation of department records; Comply with established hospital safety standards to ensure patient and staff well being; Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility for change; Provide training assistance to new associates and radiology tech students; Keep current on new trends in the field of CT; Rotate shifts when necessary; Participate in on-call rotation if needed and respond to emergency call-in within 45 minutes; Rotate holiday coverage

Requirements

1 year Radiology tech experience; Graduate of approved Radiology Technology Program; Certification in CT; ARRT; IEMA; CPR; CT Certification; Familiarity with CT keyboard; Familiar with all CT equipment; Ability to start IVs; Good communication skills both written and oral; Good organizational skills; Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; Ability to anticipate patient, employee and department needs and act appropriately

Benefits

Benefits Eligible: Yes; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance