CT Technologist at Rush Oak Park Hospital summary:
A CT Technologist performs computed tomography imaging on patients following protocols set by radiologists and cardiologists to produce high-quality diagnostic images. This role also supports other imaging modalities such as interventional radiology CT, X-ray, and GI-Fluoroscopy, while ensuring patient care, confidentiality, and departmental quality standards. The technologist assists physicians during procedures, contributes to continuous quality improvement, and participates in training clinical students.
Location: Oak Park, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Oak Park
Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital
Department: Diag Srvcs-CT
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 3
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Sign-on Bonus: $5,000
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Pay Range: $32.00 - $52.08 per hour
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Summary:
This role will provide CT Imaging for the broad patient population applying protocols defined the organization’s Radiologists and Cardiologists. This role will produce CT images that meet the quality expectations of the department. In addition to provision of CT support, is also proficient and available for working in one of the following areas: IR-CT, X-ray, O.R. X-ray, GI-Fluoro or Clinical Instructor. As a CT Tech, understands and integrates into the delivery of patient care in regards to their growth and development process. The position actively supports the Hospital’s and Department’s Continuous Quality Improvement and customer service goals, individually and as an effective team member. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
•Graduate from an accredited Radiography Program.
•Valid Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) license.
•Certification in CT with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
•In addition to CT, provides routine support to one of the following areas: IR-CT, X-ray, O.R. X-ray, GI-Fluoro or Clinical Instructor.
•Competent and proficient in operation of imaging equipment
•Demonstrates good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
•Working knowledge of the IT systems that support the modality
Physical Demands:
•Requires full range body motion including handling and lifting patients when necessary.
•Requires manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Responsibilities:
•Provides patient and family focused care that supports a welcoming and supportive environment and a positive patient experience.
•Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
•Understands and follows departmental protocols and procedures in the performance of exams and produces work that meets quality standards.
•Ability to identify and flag abnormalities.
•Produces work in an efficient manner that meets departmental productivity standards.
•Maintains the physical work environment in a manner that meets departmental and regulatory requirements.
•Reports supply shortage or equipment failure to section supervisor.
•Follows work and patient schedules.
•Assist physician in the performance of procedures.
•Maintains logs and documentation as per departmental protocol.
•Provides patient history or information necessary for proper interpretation of the procedure
•Participates in the training and development of students assigned to area through clinical affiliations.
•Fills department staffing needs as seen by the management team.
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Keywords:
CT Technologist, Computed Tomography, Radiologic Technology, Patient Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Medical Imaging, Radiography, Medical Procedures, Quality Assurance, Clinical Training
