Computed Tomography Technologist

Job Summary

As a Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist at Advocate Aurora Health, you will be responsible for operating CT equipment to perform diagnostic procedures, obtaining medical history from patients, and preparing and administering contrast media under the direction of a Radiologist. You will also be responsible for providing radiation protection and safety, positioning patients, and selecting proper scanning factors to attain the appropriate images. Additionally, you will be responsible for post-processing images, identifying and labeling images, and preparing and maintaining records in accordance with regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

- Operate CT equipment to perform diagnostic procedures
- Obtain medical history from patients and compare requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy
- Prepare and administer contrast media under the direction of a Radiologist
- Provide radiation protection and safety, positioning patients, and selecting proper scanning factors to attain the appropriate images
- Post-process images, identifying and labeling images
- Prepare and maintain records in accordance with regulatory agencies

Requirements

- Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin
- Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Computed Tomography (CT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 18 months
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) within 6 months

Education and Experience

- Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology
- No experience required

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, and carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance
- Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present
- Must have clear speech, vision, and hearing

About Advocate Aurora Health

Advocate Aurora Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience, and value-based care. We provide care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. We are committed to providing equitable care for all and provide more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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