CT Tech II Weekend Program

Responsibilities

Proficiently operates CT equipment to perform basic to advanced diagnostic procedures; Obtains medical history from patients and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy; Positions patient and selects proper scanning factors, adjusts factors to attain the appropriate images, and provides radiation protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies; Prepares and administers contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist; Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images; Maintains records in accordance with regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system; Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures; Serves as a technical resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff; Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments; Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served

Requirements

Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin; Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Computed Tomography (CT) registration issued by ARRT; Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months; Advanced training beyond High School that includes completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology; Typically requires 2 years of experience in a CT Technologist role; Advanced knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and radiation safety; Proficient in IV and venipuncture (if required by facility); Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members; Ability to work independently; Intermediate computer skills; Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others); Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs over the head, carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance; Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present; Must have clear speech, vision and hearing; May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job

Benefits

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; No On Call Commitments and One Weekend of choice off per quarter