CT Technologist - $32-48 per hour
11 hours ago
Green Bay
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a CT Technologist for a job in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: CT Technologist, • Discipline: Allied Health Professional, • Duration: Ongoing, • 32 hours per week, • Shift: flexible, • Competently operates CT equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures. Procedures include basic imaging processing, body, head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, contrast, orthopedic and extremity., • Obtains medical history from patients and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy., • Positions patient and selects proper scanning factors, adjusts factors to attain the appropriate images, and provides radiation protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies., • Prepares and administers contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist, and assists in the proper scanning techniques. Provides measurements and additional slices for accurate interpretation with direction from the Radiologist., • Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images., • 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., • Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures. Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff and evaluates new products and equipment., • Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique., • Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin, and, • Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and, • Computed Tomography (CT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 18 months, and, • Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and basic radiation safety., • Competent in IV and venipuncture (if required by facility)., • Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members., • Ability to work independently., • Intermediate computer skills., • Certification Addendum, • 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., • 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., • Must have clear speech, vision and hearing., • 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. Advocate Aurora Health Job ID . Posted job title: CT Technologist Weekend About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health's 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 you're 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