CT Technologist 28-45 per hour

Advocate Aurora Health
US - Wisconsin - Elkhorn
May 19, 2024

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a CT Technologist for a job in Elkhorn, Wisconsin.
& Requirements Specialty:
CT Technologist Discipline:
Allied Health Professional Duration:
Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift:
evenings Employment Type:
Staff Major Responsibilities:
Competently performs basic and intermediate radiographic procedures including general diagnostic and general fluoroscopic.
Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain clinical history, confirm acknowledgment of patients' understanding and address any questions or concerns.
Positions patients and selects exposure factors for various radiologic examinations, and provides patient with radiation protection and safety in accordance with prescribed methods.
Identifies patient and labels images pertaining to the patient, compares requisitions to physician's orders to ensure exam accuracy, and processes images ensuring quality of radiographs and calls back patients as necessary.
Assists, communicates and consults with the Radiologists.
Prepares and maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin, and Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.
Registered Computed Radiography Technologist (CT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 18 months after training has been complete Education Required:
Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.
Experience Required:
No experience required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Competent in radiology positioning and techniques.
Knowledge of basic radiation safety and radiology equipment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
Ability to work independently.
Intermediate computer skills.
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 stand/walk for majority of the day.
Must be able to:
- lift up to 50 lbs.
from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs.
over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs.
a reasonable distance.
Must be able to:
- push/pull with 30 lbs.
of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs.
with a second person present.
May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
Must have clear speech, vision, and hearing.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
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.
Advocate Aurora Health Job ID R96176.
Posted job title:
Radiologic /CT Technologist About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Healths 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well.
To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you.
Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether youre at one of our 10 Magnet designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care.
Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion.
Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program

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