Radiologic Technologist CT Full-Time Days

The Radiographer - CT  reflects the mission vision and values of NM adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies procedures guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Radiographer CT performs computed tomography and related procedures to demonstrate sectional anatomic images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patients conditions essential for successful completion of the procedures.  Services are provided in accordance with industry standards department protocols and hospital policies and procedures.

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 patients 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.

Additional Functions

• 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.

Quality Management Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications :

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program
• Associates or Bachelors 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)

Additional Information :

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age sex race color religion national origin gender identity veteran status disability sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and at times internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and we follow all local state and federal laws including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical emotional and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time