CT Technologist Weekend Program

Join Our Weekend Program CT Imaging Team at St. Luke's! We're looking for a dedicated Weekend Program CT Technologist to join our dynamic imaging family. In this role, you'll work with state-of-the-art GE scanners and contribute to a wide variety of procedures and studies. Shift: Fri/Sat/Sun 1930-0800.

Responsibilities

Competently operates CT equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures, including basic imaging processing, body, head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, contrast, orthopedic and extremity; 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 appropriate images, and provides radiation protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies; Prepares and administers contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist and assists in proper scanning techniques; Provides measurements and additional slices for accurate interpretation with direction from the Radiologist; Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images; Prepares and maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies, enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges; Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures; Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff and evaluates new products and equipment; Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique; 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 needs to be obtained within 18 months; 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; No experience required; Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and basic radiation safety; Competent in IV and venipuncture (if required by facility); Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills; Ability to work independently; Intermediate computer skills; Maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications; Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently; 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; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served

Benefits

One weekend off per quarter; Weekend program differential in addition to hourly pay; Sign-On Bonus Eligible; 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