CT Technologist II

• Position: CT Technologist II
• Location: Northwest Community - Arlington Heights IL
• Full Time - 32 hours/week
• Hours: Day & Evening 2:30pm - 11:00pm rotating weekends 9:00am - 9:30pm & holidays
• Required Travel: No

A Brief Overview:

Reporting to the Executive Director of Radiology/Imaging with accountability to the Manager and under the direction of a Radiologist receives and prepares patients and operates computerized non-invasive scanning equipment to provide computerized tomography (CT) radiographic scans for radiologists and physicians to diagnose patients injuries and/or study body systems.

What you will do:

• Prepares patient for procedures; instructs patient concerning examination; positions patient according to procedure protocol; applies immobilization devices as needed.
• Explains examination procedure to the patient and responds to patients questions. Utilizes and promotes NCH CARES concepts/behaviors in all customer interactions.
• Obtains and provides clinical information and patient history to Radiologist for all patient procedures.
• Administers radiographic contrast media by intravenous injection according to infection control/universal precautions guidelines; administers enteric contrast media as required.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess treat and care for all age groups of patients (neonatal through geriatric); implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient. Involves family/guardian in plan of care and conducts patient and family education as appropriate considering the developmental needs of the patient.
• Operates CT scanner in a manner that provides Radiologist with optimum quality images. Communicates Radiologists preliminary interpretation to appropriate individuals as applicable.
• Schedules patients and works at the reception station when needed.
• Retrieves medications that are not controlled substances.
• Maintains order and sanitary conditions of work environment in accordance with hospital standards. Checks operating condition of equipment ensures cleanliness of exam rooms stocks and maintains supplies etc. Supervises the activities of students assigned to the work area; assists in training and evaluation.
• Assumes responsibility for own professional growth by attending Continuing Education classes seminars and by reading professional journals.
• Adheres to departmental and hospital safety standards in order to maintain a safe patient care and/or working environment; attends all mandatory safety inservice education programs.
• Performs on-call duties as scheduled.
• Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards policies and procedures.

What you will need:

• Graduate of an accredited school in Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification in CT and current ARRT registration or NMTCB(CT) Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board certification in C.T
• Current Illinois Emergency Management Agency license.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in the correct use of body mechanics.
• Current CPR certification.

Benefits:

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical Dental and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality vibrant community-connected care serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25000 team members and more than 6000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals Edward (Naperville) Elmhurst Evanston Glenbrook (Glenview) Highland Park Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information visit .

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