CT TECHNOLOGIST RT(R) (PT - Shift Varies)

Overview

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and compassionate CT Technologist to join our Imaging Services team in Kankakee, Illinois. The CT Technologist will be responsible for performing high-quality computed tomography (CT) scans to assist in diagnosing and treating patients. This position requires a strong understanding of imaging techniques, patient care, and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care while adhering to all regulatory and safety standards. Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

Essential Duties

• Perform CT scans in accordance with established protocols and physician orders, ensuring high-quality images for accurate diagnosis.
• Position patients and equipment appropriately for procedures to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest.
• Select and operate computed tomography equipment, applying principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Monitor the status of equipment repairs and preventative maintenance, ensuring that all equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
• Conduct daily quality control (QC) checks on equipment and imaging systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Prepare patients for imaging procedures and provide practical instructions to alleviate anxiety and ensure understanding.
• Assume responsibility for the physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures, providing education and counseling as necessary.
• Monitor patients during the scan, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout the procedure.
• Perform venipuncture to administer contrast agents or other injectable substances required for radiology procedures, ensuring accurate dosage and patient safety according to established protocols.

Patient Care

• Prepare patients for imaging procedures and provide practical instructions to alleviate anxiety and ensure understanding.
• Assume responsibility for the physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures, providing education and counseling as necessary.
• Monitor patients during the scan, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout the procedure.
• Perform venipuncture to administer contrast agents or other injectable substances required for radiology procedures, ensuring accurate dosage and patient safety according to established protocols.
• Perform point-of-care testing (POCT).

Radiation Safety

• Adhere to safety protocols and radiation protection principles to minimize exposure to patients, staff and others.
• Prepare, identify, and/or administer contrast media and/or medications as prescribed, understanding methods of performing venipunctures.

Collaboration And Education

• Work closely with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely and accurate interpretation of images.
• Provide practical instructions and participate in teaching programs for students and healthcare professionals.

Documentation And Quality Control

• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of all imaging procedures, including corroborating the patient's clinical history with the procedure.
• Evaluate images for technical quality, manipulate display parameters, and provide hard copy records of procedures.
• Maintain archival storage of digitized information as appropriate.

Inventory Management

• Control inventory levels, recommend procurement of supplies, and suggest modifications necessary for practical and economical operation.
• Be available for on-call duties as required, providing imaging services promptly when needed.

Non-essential Duties

• Participate in departmental meetings and continuing education opportunities to stay current with advancements in imaging technology and practices.
• Assist with administrative tasks as needed, such as scheduling and inventory management.
• Contribute to departmental quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs.

Required Licensure/Education

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or related field required
• Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) RT (R) in Radiography
• IEMA certification required in Radiography
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Education

• Advanced certification in CT by the ARRT (RT(CT))

Note: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.