CAT TECHNOLOGIST

About the role

The position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the SEIU Union. Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and sets up all equipment necessary for CAT Scanning examinations.
• Explains procedures to the patient and assures the safety and comfort throughout CAT Scanning procedures.
• Sends images to PAC’s system.
• Enters patients in hospital R.I.S. (Cerner).
• Sets the appropriate scanning data on equipment such as milliamperage, exposing time, slice thickness, cradle increment, orientation (HF, FF, VFF, VFH), scan fields, target factors, algorithm.
• Obtains images of excellent diagnostic quality appropriate for the patient’s medical problem.
• Ensures that slices are of acceptable quality and assists with infusion if necessary.
• Performs quality assurance tests daily and documents time.
• Orders necessary supplies and maintains an adequate inventory.
• Maintains daily log sheets with patient’s initials, nature of examination, area examined, and type of protective devices used.
• Affords assistance in teaching CAT Scanning procedures to residents, technicians, and students.
• May initiate IV’s for administration of contrast media.

Requirements

• Graduate of a two-year American Medical Association approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• Certification in CT through the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Licensed by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA).
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of full-time work experience in performing Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT).
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics: Basic knowledge of computer science and computer technology; Basic knowledge of CAT Scanning and PACS procedures; Basic knowledge of Infection Control and Safety Guidelines; Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics Continued: Knowledge of Cerner, PC Computer Systems, PACS; Thorough knowledge of anatomical structures and basic body physiology related to developmental stages and the aging process; Good skills in interpreting the requests and instructions from a Physician or Radiologist; Ability to examine and evaluate technical aspects; Ability to lift 25 lbs. and over.

Skills

None specified in the job posting.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

To take advantage of this preference, a veteran must meet the minimum qualifications for the position and identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"

Veterans must attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation) at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable OR A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference.

Veterans MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

Must Meet Required Qualifications At Time Of Application

Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions:

• satisfactory professional & employment references,
• healthcare and criminal background checks,
• appropriate licensure/certifications,
• the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

Cook County Health & Hospitals System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.