CT Technologist
Eureka, Illinois
Carle Health - 101 S Major St

CT Tech 1

Location

• Eureka, Illinois

Employment Type

• Clinical-Allied

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Shift

• Night shift (Monday-Thursday, 9:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week

Job Summary

Provide diagnostic Computed Tomography (CT) services to inpatients, outpatients, and Emergency Department patients under the direction of a supervising radiologist. Ensure safe, prompt, efficient, and cost-effective CT imaging in accordance with established procedures and clinical protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Position patients correctly using proper immobilization techniques.
• Perform optimal CT scans using correct technical factors and protocols based on patient diagnosis and history.
• Use the lowest radiation dose possible following American College of Radiology (ACR) guidelines.
• Follow CT department workflow including patient identification, history acquisition, order verification, scanning, image archiving, and documentation.
• Initiate IVs for contrast media administration following department policies and standard precautions.
• Prepare patients by explaining procedures and answering questions.
• Assist with patient transport and transfers on/off the CT table.
• Monitor patient condition during procedures.
• Document patient history, lab values (e.g., GFR/Creatinine), allergies, and other relevant information to ensure exam appropriateness.
• Document and charge for supplies and procedures accurately.
• Report any allergic reactions, IV extravasations, or unusual occurrences.
• Maintain inventory levels and notify ordering personnel when supplies are low.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate teamwork and cooperation.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in Illinois.
• Minimum 1 year of CT Technologist experience within the last year.
• Certificate of Completion in Radiologic Technology, or College Diploma in a related field, or Associate's Degree from a Community College or MBO institution.
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography (Illinois).
• Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography (R).
• Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT).
• Registered in Computed Tomography (CT) with ABEM or ARRT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Additional Information

• Night shift schedule: Monday through Thursday, 9:00 PM to 7:30 AM.
• 40 hours per week.