Northwestern Medicine · 3 weeks ago
Radiologic Technologist CT Full-Time Nights - $8000 Sign on Bonus (3 12-hour shifts)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelNorthwestern Medicine is a leader in the healthcare industry, committed to providing patient-first care. The Radiologic Technologist CT role involves performing computed tomography procedures and ensuring high-quality patient care throughout the imaging process.
Emergency MedicineHealth CareHospitalMedicalNutritionRehabilitation
Responsibilities
Performs computed tomography procedures according to set protocols established by radiologists
Evaluates the request for the procedure and assesses the patient to determine the appropriate protocol and method of application
Appropriately employs imaging systems, accessory devices, and patient positioning techniques to generate quality images
Cares for the patient throughout the procedure according to department and hospital standards of patient care, age-specific sensitivities, and 'patients first' guidelines
Participates in lifting and transporting patients to and from imaging devices
Evaluates the resultant images in comparison with industry standards and takes corrective action if needed. Refers to appropriate reference materials for clarification when needed
Provides patient education in the form of written material and/or verbal explanation prior to, during and subsequent to the procedure in order to reduce the patient’s anxiety and enhance his comfort zone with and tolerance of the procedure
Performs imaging procedures in accordance with safe radiation safety practices as determined by the Illinois Emergency Management Administration to limit radiation exposure to patient, self and other members of the healthcare team
Performs preliminary interpretation by applying independent judgment, subsequently customizing the procedure accordingly. Uses this knowledge to expedite intervention by the radiologist, if necessary
Notifies physicians as required of changes in the condition of the patients or regarding unique imaging characteristics
Maintains level of flexibility to accommodate daily schedule and high level of productivity
In collaboration with the Resource Coordinators and Technical Coordinator, learn and become proficient in new procedures and new levels of software as they become available
Documents imaging procedures manually and/or electronically to insure correct charging, patient tracking and film file tracking
Sends acquired images to PACS system correctly, using the appropriate accession numbers for future retrieval by medical staff
Monitors stock of supplies in imaging rooms to assure their regular availability by timely reordering, rotation of dated items, and by maintenance of a clean and orderly environment
Reports incidences of equipment failure, irregularities in equipment performance, and equipment in disrepair to supervisor and/or technical coordinator as soon as possible
Distributes Radiology outpatient surveys to all patients for self-evaluation purposes and to enhance the Best Patient Experience
Provides imaging services of optimum quality with optimum productivity and customer service
Collects data to support the measurement and tracking component of quality management
Participates in formal and informal process improvement and problem solving to enhance the quality of service to customers
Proactively identifies quality issues to be addressed and brings to attention of the Manager, Resource Coordinator and Quality Committee as appropriate
Ensures the continuity of care through effective interactions with other departments, i.e., other off-site Facilities, emergency department, registration, Feinberg-General Radiology, radiology reading rooms
Functions as a role model for newly hired radiographers as longevity in position increases
Participates in department in-service programs. Over time, takes a more active role in the development and delivery of the in-service program
Maintains competencies and complies with continuing education requirement of credentialing agencies
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program
Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Technology, Applied Science, Radiography OR Certificate of Completion, Radiography Program (hospital sponsored)
Certification in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
Active license with Illinois Emergency Management Department of Nuclear Safety
License ARRT Post Primary CT Certification required within 1 year of start date
CPR Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA)
Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Loan forgiveness
401(k) matching
Lifecycle benefits
Company
Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine is the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine around a strategic vision to transform the future of health care.
Founded in 1972
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25M2018-06-26Grant· $25M
Leadership Team
Howard Chrisman, MD
President and CEO
John A. Orsini, CPA
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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