CT Radiographer - Registry/ PRN

Company: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

The CT Radiographer will perform computed tomography and related procedures according to established protocols to demonstrate sectional anatomic images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner.


The CT Radiographer will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.


The CT Radiographer will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.




Principal Responsibilities

• Performs computed tomography and related procedures to make sectional anatomic images for interpretation by a licensed practitioner.
  
• Performs Point of Care (POC) Creatinine testing prior to any contrast studies, as needed.
  
• Evaluates procedure requests and assesses patients to determine appropriate protocols and methods of application.
  
• Evaluates the resultant images in comparison with industry standards referring to appropriate reference materials for clarification.
  
• Provides patient education and explanation regarding procedures.
  
• Performs preliminary interpretation, customizing the procedure accordingly and expediting radiologist intervention when necessary.
  
• Notifies physicians of changes in patient conditions or regarding unique imaging characteristics.
  
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
  
  
  
  Reporting Relationships
  
  
• Reports directly to the Manager, Radiology
  
  
  
  
  
  Working Conditions
  
  
• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
  

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