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Carle Health · 4 weeks ago

CT Technologist - Radiology (Weekend)

Urbana, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$30.44/hr - $52.36/hr

1+ years exp

Carle Health is a healthcare system based in Urbana, IL, with nearly 16,600 team members. They are seeking a CT Technologist who will perform computerized axial tomography procedures and ensure patient safety while coordinating patient flow and technical procedures.

Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

Performs computerized axial tomography procedures and assigned invasive procedures by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accreting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols. This includes performing multiplanar reformats and/or 3D rendered images independently. Reviews cases with the radiologist when appropriate. Reviews labs and patient history to perform correct exam. Administers IV contrast, and oral/rectal contrast when appropriate. Recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or allergic reactions.Sceens the patient for possibility of pregnancy and performs pregnancy testing if applicable

Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss

Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary. May perform duties of CT Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence

Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity

May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer

Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department

Performs computerized axial tomography procedures and assigned invasive procedures by acquiring and processing patient exams as outlined in department protocols including performing multi-planar reformats and/or 3D rendered images independently. Reviews case with the radiologist when appropriate

Administers IV contrast syringes, and oral/rectal contrasts when appropriate and recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or allergic reactions. Administers IV contrast material by means of existing IV line or by performing veni-puncture and placing IV line

Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist

Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness

Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes the web server/EA viewer and email system to send exams for preliminary readings after hours

Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologyLicensed Radiologic TechnologistRegistered in RadiographyRegistered in Computed TomographyBasic Life Support (BLS)Radiology experienceIndependent judgmentCoordination skillsPositive attitude

Required

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology or Certificate of Completion in Radiologic Technology

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)

Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)

Registered in Radiography (R) within 1 year - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Registered in Computed Tomography (CT) within 1 year - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) within 1 year - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

1+ years of experience in Radiology

Positive attitude and demonstrated willingness to assess and improve work environment

Ability to perform multiple tasks while coordinating patient flow and a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative

Benefits

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.

Company

Carle Health

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Carle Health is a vertically integrated system with a bold but simple mission: to be the trusted partner in all healthcare decisions for everyone who depends on it.

Founded in 1946

Urbana, IL, US

10001+ employees