CT Technologist Lead
Arlington Heights, WA - USA
Job Summary
Hourly Pay Range:
$39.72 - $61.57 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidates expertise and years of experience among other factors.Position Highlights:
SIGN-ON BONUS: $10000
Position: CT Technologist Lead
Location: Northwest Community Hospital Arlington Heights IL
Full Time: 40 hours weekly
Hours: Monday through Friday 7am to 3:30pm. On-Call & rotating holidays.
What you will need:
Education: High School Diploma or GED. Associates Degree or higher preferred
Certification: CPR (BLS) from the American Heart Association and ARRT (CT) current registration
License: IEMA licensure
Experience: 2-3 years experience as a CT Technologist
Unique or Preferred Skills: Strong interpersonal skills ability to troubleshoot problems as related to software. Post processing for CTA-Perfusion/Siemen experience preferred.
What you will do:
Clinical & Technical Responsibilities:
Perform complex CT scans (trauma contrast studies interventional support)
Ensure proper patient positioning safety and comfort
Monitor image quality and make adjustments to optimize diagnostic results
Administer contrast agents and watch for adverse reactions
Follow radiation safety standards (ALARA principles)
Team Leadership & Supervision:
Supervise and support CT technologists and support staff
Train new hires and mentor junior technologists
Create and manage staff schedules and coverage
Contact for workflow or staffing issues
Promote teamwork and maintain morale
Lead and support departmental initiatives that extend beyond routine daily operations contributing to longterm planning process improvement and strategic goals
Involved with interviewing and hiring of new staff
Operations & Workflow Management:
Oversee daily CT department workflow and patient throughput at hospital as well as at off-sites
Coordinate with radiologists ER inpatient units and other departments
Ensure timely completion of exams and minimize delays
Troubleshoot equipment or process issues in real time
Perform payroll functions with precision ensuring timely and accurate processing for each pay period.
Equipment & Quality Control:
Ensure CT scanners are functioning properly and calibrated
Coordinate maintenance and service with vendors/biomedical teams
Perform and document quality assurance (QA) checks
Work closely with Clinical Engineering and OEM in regards to equipment issues.
Compliance Safety & Documentation:
Ensure adherence to hospital policies and regulatory requirements
Maintain compliance with accreditation standards (e.g. ACR IEMA)
Enforce infection control and patient privacy standards (HIPAA)
Monitor radiation dose tracking and reporting
Training & Education:
Ensure ongoing education and competency assessments for staff
Keep team updated on new protocols technology and best practices
Assist in developing department policies and procedures
Financial Tracking & Reporting
Monitor and analyze CT departmental financial metrics including:
Exam volumes
Revenue capture
Charge accuracy
Overtime and labor utilization
Supply and contrast usage
Review/comment on monthly and quarterly financial reports.
Ensure compliance with billing coding and documentation standards to maximize reimbursement accuracy.
Productivity & Operational Analytics
Track and report productivity metrics such as:
RVUs
Throughput times
Scanner utilization
Staffing efficiency
Identify workflow issues and implement datadriven solutions to improve patient throughput and wait times.
Benefits (For full time or part time positions):
Premium pay such as shift on call holiday and more based on an employees job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical Dental Pet and Vision options
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
Wellness Program Savings Plan
Health Savings Account Options
Retirement Options with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
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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Required Experience:
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