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Carle Health · 3 months ago

CT Technologist - Proctor

Peoria, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$31.03/hr - $53.37/hr

Carle Health is a healthcare system based in Urbana, IL, seeking a CT Technologist to perform routine and specialized examinations in CT and diagnostic radiology. The role involves preparing patients for examinations, adapting procedures to obtain diagnostic results, and ensuring quality care throughout the imaging process.

Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

Performs procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages

Exhibits competency in performing and filming CT and radiographic procedures

Deviates from routines when the patient's condition requires it or at the request of the radiologist

Knowledgeable of procedures and assist radiologist, orders labs and pathology tests, and schedules procedures appropriately

Knowledgeable of invasive procedures, sterile tray set up , assisting radiologist, catheter and guidewires, orders labs and pathology test, and schedules procedures appropriately

Obtains and documents accurate pre and post procedure information as applicable

Follows JCAHO patient safety goals

Maintains quality care throughout the procedure

Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing

Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider’s orders and hospital lab procedures/policies

Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function in all aspects of CT and Diagnostic Radiology

Performs support functions of the Medical Imaging department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met

Technically knowledgeable of CT and diagnostic equipment operation

Performs reasonable trouble shooting

Checks and observes equipment for general safety, maintenance, and appropriate operation

Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels

Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that room

Promptly processes images and paper work according to proper procedures to ensure timely turn around in providing a report to the physician's office

Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care, transporting patients to and from the department as required

Promptly and accurately completes all fields in the PACS, Radiology system, i.e. number of images repeated, contrast reaction, exam data entry, start and stop times of exam

Maintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programs

Assumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost effective care for our patients

Shares knowledge, guides and encourages fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and procedures

Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment

Completes care while conserving resources, preventing waste of supplies

Uses slow time to improve area appearance and accept additional assignments such as cassette cleaning, apron testing and film file duties

Qualification

Licensed Radiologic TechnologistRegistered in RadiographyRegistered in Computed TomographyAdvanced Cardiac Life SupportBasic Life SupportRadiologic Technology DegreePatient Care SkillsTeam CollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

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

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

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA)

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

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

Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology

Associate's Degree: Radiologic Technology

Work Experience: Related field

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