CT Technologist

Quick Facts

• Part-time CT Technologist (24 hours/week)
• Schedule: two 12-hour shifts, Wednesday and Friday, 8:00am–8:30pm
• Sign-on bonus: $4,000 for eligible applicants

Description

You will produce diagnostic-quality CT images while maintaining patient safety throughout screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care. The role includes applying approved CT protocols, reviewing images for adequacy, initiating corrective action when needed, and administering contrast in accordance with policy. You will also support exam workflow coordination, documentation, PACS transfer, and CT equipment QA.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety across the imaging process (screening, preparation, monitoring, post-care)
• Acquire diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards
• Apply professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality
• Review images prior to exam completion; correct when diagnostic adequacy is not met
• Administer oral and/or IV contrast per policy, including contraindication screening and patient monitoring
• Operate CT equipment and keep imaging rooms ready
• Identify equipment performance issues and initiate follow-up through service processes
• Coordinate exam flow and prioritize time-sensitive studies
• Verify orders and confirm protocol
• Position and immobilize patients; select accurate anatomic/technical parameters using ALARA
• Confirm Right Patient and Right Exam
• Establish IV access and assist with lab draws as applicable
• Prepare for and assist the physician with CT (including interventional) procedures
• Enter technical scan data (e.g., slice thickness, scan time) into the system
• Communicate with patients before and during procedures; monitor safety and comfort
• Validate required series, images, protocols, and reconstructions meet image-quality standards
• Ensure complete study transfer to PACS for radiologist interpretation
• Perform CT equipment QA and maintain required logs
• Perform clerical tasks (receive orders, schedule patients, recordkeeping)
• Clean and maintain work areas and equipment; replenish supplies as needed

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Preferred: 1 year experience
• ARRT Computed Tomography (CT) certification within 12 months of hire, or 10+ years directly relevant experience in lieu of certification

Benefits

Benefits designed to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events.