CT Scan Technologist - Registry/PRN

CT Scan Technologist - Registry/PRNJob Category: Imaging ServicesPart-TimeRate: $42.84 USD per hourLocation: Chicago, IL 60622, USAJob DetailsDescriptionAs a community based hospital, Humboldt Park Health reinvests back into the community through programs to serve the poor and uninsured, manage chronic conditions like diabetes, health education and promote initiatives and outreach for the elderly. And we work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.From its start in 1894, Humboldt Park Health has been deeply committed to serving the Humboldt Park community. Humboldt Park Health is a 200-bed, acute care facility. We provide healthcare treatment that's patient-centered and focused on quality of care, ranging from everyday care to treatment for your most critical needs.Join a Team That Cares for You, TooCaring for others starts with supporting the people who make it possible. We are committed to supporting our employees with meaningful benefits, retirement planning support, and opportunities for continued growth and development. Whether you are seeking a full-time, part-time, or PRN role, you'll be part of a compassionate, team-oriented environment dedicated to caring for both our patients and our staff.PRN EmployeesBenefits may include:403(b) retirement plan with employer match, upon meeting eligibility requirementsOpportunities for additional shiftsPosition Highlights:Performs computerized tomography (CT) and (Radiographic) X-Ray imaging procedures while under the general supervision of a licensed practitioner, for the purposes of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders at a technical level not requiring constant supervision and within the scope of their license.Responsibilities:Performs all routine computerized tomography and radiology procedures, demonstrates anatomy under investigation through proper patient positioning, technique selection, administration of contrast media, application of immobilization and radiation protection devices according to department policy and proceduresChecks consultation request for special instructions from requesting physician and consults with radiologist as necessary. Greets patients, confirming their identification and introducing selfConfirms procedure site and referring physician orders with patient and explains examination procedure to patient and family, if presentUpdates appropriate patient history, including completion of screening and consent forms as required and records unusual conditions/limitations on request. Documents examination time, room number and technical factors and enters into hospital information systems. Ensures facility and patient identification are imprinted on film and/or digital imagesAssists in interventional procedures as required. Practices sterile and infection control techniquesEnsures accurate and prompt posting of procedure charges into hospital information systems according to department policy and proceduresImports patient data and examination images onto media storage disk. Maintains imaging media storage archives and daily procedure log bookPerforms visual preventative safety inspection, completes CT & Radiographic systems warm-up procedures as required, records quality control activities, reports dangerous conditions and/or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnelMaintains necessary inventory of supplies for assigned room or workstation, rotating stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items. Keeps work area clean and prepared with necessary suppliesRequirements:Minimum of 3 years of experienceAssociate's DegreeGraduate from an approved program in Radiologic TechnologyIEMA LicenseCPR certificationAART registration or eligibleACR CT Certified preferredQualificationsEducationRequiredAssociates or better.Licenses & CertificationsRequiredIEMA-Reg. Radiology TechCPR - Cardio Pulm ResusEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.