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CT Technologist

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Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assuring and Improving Quality of Care: Facilitates the patient and family's right to receive quality cost-effective care following Advocate's MVP of Stewardship.<ul><li>    Utilizes appropriate resources to respond to situations that have the potential to negatively impact outcomes.</li><li>    Adapts practice to the latest standards according to evidence based literature. Utilizes appropriate tests and measures, and interventions to achieve outcomes.</li><li>    Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives.</li><li>    Promotes efforts to reduce risk and improve patient safety.</li><li>    Consistently demonstrates the ability to thoroughly and decisively document to support reimbursement and regulatory requirements.</li></ul></li><li>Care and Service Coordination: Practices as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care following Advocate's MVP of Partnership.<ul><li>    Participates in staff meetings, agency in services, and educational activities to enhance development and support organizational initiatives.</li><li>    Utilizes available resources to maintain current knowledge base relevant to practice.</li><li>    Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills promoting collaboration among healthcare team members.</li><li>    Seeks out opportunities to enhance knowledge, skill, and competency of self and other department members.</li></ul></li><li>Leadership/Collaboration/Professional Development: Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care following the Advocate MVP of Excellence.<ul><li>    Consistently makes sound clinical decisions, demonstrating the ability to care for all patients, including those with complex problems.</li><li>    Recognizes changes in clinical situations. Evaluates and implements changes to the plan of care.</li><li>    Prioritizes and organizes patient care, ensures clear hand-off communication to achieve optimal health outcomes for patients, utilizing excellent communication techniques like SBAR and 5P's.</li><li>    Initiates referrals and discharge planning for assigned patients and actively coordinates care utilizing the interdisciplinary approach. (As appropriate based on employment status).</li><li>    Actively participates in interdisciplinary case conferences. (As appropriate based on employment status).</li></ul></li><li>Patient Relationship: Develops and maintains a restorative relationship throughout the healthcare continuum, following Advocate's MVP of Compassion.<ul><li>    Provides care that routinely exceeds patients and families expectations, as measured by survey instruments.</li><li>    Promotes patient/family knowledge and confidence to safely manage self-care, disease process, medications, procedures and infection control prevention.</li><li>    Incorporates an individualized approach to the plan of care, which includes assessment of physical, psychosocial, comfort and wellness needs.</li><li>    Incorporates AHHS Standards of Behavior into interactions with patients, other associates, and physicians.</li><li>    Assesses patient and family readiness and involves them in goal setting, planning and implementation of care. Seeks consultation and outside referrals as needed.</li><li>    Demonstrates adaptive communication styles based on individual patient needs.</li></ul></li><li>Business Development and Growth: Demonstrates behaviors that enhance productivity and an understanding of financial and economic conditions in the health care environment.<ul><li>    Demonstrates adherence to personnel and operational policies.</li><li>    Collaborates and plans patient care with others in organization to maximize efficiencies and conserve resources.</li><li>    Monitors utilization of resources to achieve excellent health outcomes for patients.</li></ul></li><li>Patient Education: Demonstrates a commitment to meet the learning needs of patients and their families. Application of a systematic process involving optimal level of self care for patients and optimal quality of life for patient, family and significant others following Advocate's MVP of Equality.<ul><li>    Assesses patient and family readiness to learn and modifies approach as necessary.</li><li>    Provides and adapts appropriate resource material to achieve patient education outcomes, employing health literacy assessments and principles.</li></ul></li></ul>Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Physical Therapy License in the State of Illinois or State of Wisconsin, must be licensed in the State upon which you work. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (obtained within 90 days unless department leader has determined is not required) by American Heart Association (AHA)</li><li>A valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles.</li></ul> Education/Experience Required:<ul><li>Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school or educational requirements commensurate with the date of graduation. Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by applicable state professional standards.</li><li>Requires 1 year of clinical experience or demonstration of strong spectrum of clinical affiliation experience</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Basic knowledge of computer use (i.e. Microsoft Word, email access and use). Ability to learn to use computer based scheduling and documentation system. Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and through written reports, with strong documentation skills. Good interpersonal skills. Good time management and self organization skills Proficient use of all home based therapy equipment and assistive devices, (balls, bands, weights, Hoyer lifts, etc)</li></ul>Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Extensive travel within geographical boundaries in all extremes of weather and on all types of roads including expressways. Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays. Requires adherence to scheduled days and hours of work based on commitment to patient/client and work load assigned. Ability to attend mandatory informational/education/branch meetings. Work environment includes patient or family homes, or assisted living facilities. Requires full range of body motion including: a. Bending, sitting and standing b. Climbing stairs while carrying objects c. Pulling, pushing, reaching, carrying and lifting; (must be able to lift/carry at minimum 25 pounds). d. Assisting and maintaining patient's safety with ambulation on flat surfaces and stairs; and transferring patients using standard pivot transfers or with use of transfer board of Hoyer lift e. Providing treatment on standard beds in the home environment.</li><li>This requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 08/01/2014. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Condell Medical Center Libertyville IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R140544. Posted job title: Home Health PT Case Manager- Libertyville, Mundelein, Grayslake

$5,000 sign-on bonus!**External candidates onlyPosition Requirements: 1 year general radiology preferred. ARRT registry IEMA license CPR within in 3 months of hire Basic knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and basic CT procedures Good oral and written communication skills Computer competent ARRT registry IEMA license CPR certification (within 3 months of hire) Advanced CT Certification within one (1) year of hire Ability to work overtime when needed and respond to work at short notice (eg. Disaster Call back) Ability to be flexible in starting times to meet departmental demands. (weekend rotation,flexible hours, other shifts) Ability to work weekends and holidays Ability to participate in on~call programs and available to department needs with minimal notice Ability to show excellent technical competence Ability to show computer competence and equipment skill competence (eg. power injector) Ability to practice high quality patient care ~ very good communication skills ~ follows age specific guidelines Ability to demonstrate very good oral and written communication skills Ability to deal with extremely ill patients ~ can handle stressful situations professionally Ability to make independent professional decisions using good judgement skills Ability to function independently with minimal assistance in performing job Attends education and safety inservices ~ completes all safety modules May be exposed to hazardous chemicals Exposed to radiation ~ follows radiation safety guidelines Ability to attend out of town site visits/training if needed Ability to do light, medium or heavy lifting Light: Lifting up to 20~50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently Medium: Lifting up to 20~50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds constantly Heavy: Lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly This position will recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., understand child growth and development, normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging. Prior experience with various age groups is preferred. If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case~by~case basis. Purpose: To provide diagnostic Computed Tomography Services to inpatients, outpatients, and Emergency Department patients under the direction of the supervising radiologist in accordance with established operating procedures and clinical protocols. To provide safe, prompt, efficient, and cost effective CT Services. Accountabilities: Accountable for maintaining good relations when dealing with internal and external customers encountered in daily performance of job. (Internal customers ~ fellow staff members, physicians) External customers ~ ancillary departments, inpatients, outpatients, ER patients and family members Accountable for Performance of CT scans and post processing according to established clinical protocols, guidelines and department operating procedures Accountable for obtaining pertinent patient history to provide the radiologist with adequate information for exam interpretation and to ensure procedural criteria is met. Accountable for documentation of all patient information on appropriate forms for departme

Advocate Condell Medical Center Libertyville IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R93542. Posted job title: CT Technologist

$5,000 sign-on bonus!Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Accountable for Performance of CT scans and post processing according to established clinical protocols, guidelines and department operating procedures<ul><li>    9)Transports patients to and from departments when necessary. Assist in tranfer of patients on and off the CT table.Continually monitors patient condition during CT procedure.</li><li>    10)Works with radiologist in the tailoring of protocols to meet patient exam requirements.</li><li>    1)Follows correct CT Department Technologist workflow ( select correct scan room, identifies and documents two forms of identification on each patient, acquire history, verify orders, scan patient, send images to PACs, scan all paperwork and data sheets (eg. history sheet, med-reconcilliation sheets, consent forms), start and complete the case in RadNet, address Q A issues, charge for contrast media and supplies, Verify that all images, series and data sheets have been sent to PACs- make sure the number of images is correct, verify exams.</li><li>    2)Positions patients correctly, using proper immobilization techniques</li><li>    3)Performs optimal scans using correct technical factors, shielding and protocols, based on the patient diagnosis, history and other revelant clinical information.</li><li>    4)Use correct technical factors in accordance with the American College of Radiology (ACR) to use the lowest amount of radiation to get a diagnostic scan.</li><li>    5)Performs CT angiography, 3D, MIPS, VR, Vessel Analysis, and MPR's, post processing of computer data to enhance exams for radiologist interpretation, using reconstruction software appropriate to the pathology or region of interest.</li><li>    6)Operates support equipment for CT such as: Independent workstation, pressure injector, PACs and RadNet systems.</li><li>    7)Initiates IV for administration of contrast media for CT in accordance with department policy and utilizing standard precautions - Is IV certificed within 3 months of hire.</li><li>    8)Prepares patient for exams by explaining procedure and by encouraging questions and answering any questions the patient may have</li></ul></li><li>Accountable for maintaining good relations when dealing with internal and external customers encountered in daily performance of job. (Internal customers - fellow staff members, physicians) External customers - ancillary departments, inpatients, outpatients, ER patients and family members<ul><li>    1)Associated is expected to follow the Advocate Standards of Behavior</li><li>    2)Associate uses BOE's when interacting with patients, family members, visitors and staff</li><li>    3)Address minor custormer complaints. Tactifully resolves complaints, using service recovery</li><li>    4)Refers difficult complaints or sensitive issues to higher authority</li><li>    5)Provides explanation of delays for testing to patients who are waiting past their scheduled time.</li></ul></li><li>Accountable for obtaining pertinent patient history to provide the radiologist with adequate information for exam interpretation and to ensure procedural criteria is met.<ul><li>    1)Obtains and documents, confidential history (eg. lab values - BUN/Creatinine, allergy screening, surgical and dialysis history, etc), from patient, chart or family member, to ensure the appropriateness of the exam as well as administration of contrast media</li><li>    2)Obtains contrast injection consent form from patient or family member prior to the injection of contrast material</li><li>    3)Accountable for documentation of and charging for supplies used during the performance of exams or procedures.</li></ul></li><li>Accountable for documentation of all patient information on appropriate forms for department records related to preservation of patient records, patient statistics, billing information and supplies<ul><li>    5)Assists in scheduling of exams</li><li>    1)Documents confidential patient history to ensure appropriateness of exam and contrast media</li><li>    2)Documents patient charge data, modifying and initiating charges as procedure modifications are made per the radiologist or ordering physician</li><li>    3)Documents any allergic reaction, iv extravasations and initiates incident report regarding staff or patient situations</li><li>    4)Maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies, notifies ordering personnel in a timely manner when supplies need to be ordered</li></ul></li><li>Accountable for being compliant with established Accrediting Organization, IEMA and department safety safety standards to ensure patients and staff well being at all times<ul><li>    1)Maintains appropriate inventory levels of medical supplies. Performs daily quality assurance scans on all scanners prior to use to ensure safety of scanners for patients and staff - Documents daily QA in logbook</li><li>    2)Promotes patient safety by reporting issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.</li><li>    3)Use correct scanning protocols, guidelines and technical factors to obtain the best quality diagnostic scan using the lowest possible radiation</li><li>    4)Maintains fire safety standards</li><li>    5)Initiates requests for emergency medical support as indicated by patient conditon - Knowledge of when to call Code Blue/Rapid Response</li><li>    6)Maintains knowledge of departmental disaster and evacuation policies</li><li>    7)Maintains and constantly implements standard precautions</li><li>    8)Maintains documentation of equipment malfunctions and notifies appropriate personnel</li><li>    9)Attends mandatory inservices and department meetings.</li><li>    10)Completion of all applicable of safety modules</li></ul></li><li>Accountable for keeping state licensure (IEMA), certifications (ARRT) and CPR card current<ul><li>    1)Copy of licensure, certification and cpr cards will be given to coordinator or manager immediately.</li><li>    2)All current associates will be required to pass the advanced CT certification examination by January 1, 2010</li><li>    3)All associates hired after January 1, 2010 will be required to have advanced certification in CT or required to be CT advanced certified within 1 year of hire.</li></ul></li><li>Accountable for keeping abreast of current CT procedures and new developments in the field of CT and sharing of information with staff, new hires and students.<ul><li>    1)Responsible for attending in-services and education seminars when appropriate.</li><li>    2)Responsible for instructing other technologists on new techniques, protocols or procedures learned</li><li>    3)Responsible for training of new staff and students</li></ul></li><li>Accountable for coordinating the scheduling of inpatients, outpatients and ER patients to ensure efficient utilization of CT equipment and personnel<ul><li>    1)Works with inpatient and outpatient scheduling to adjust schedules as needed</li><li>    2)Performs examinations in the following order STAT, Pending Discharge, Current Day, completes Routine exams in the order in which they are ordered.</li></ul></li><li>Accountable for documentation of and charging for supplies used during the performance of exams or procedures.<ul><li>    1)Associated is expected to charge for supplies used during the performance of exams.</li></ul></li></ul> Education/Experience Required:<ul><li>1 year general radiology preferred. ARRT registry IEMA license CPR within in 3 months of hire</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Basic knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and basic CT procedures Good oral and written communication skills Computer competent</li><li>ARRT registry IEMA license CPR certification (within 3 months of hire) Advanced CT Certification within one (1) year of hire</li></ul> Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Ability to work overtime when needed and respond to work at short notice (eg. Disaster Call back) Ability to be flexible in starting times to meet departmental demands. (weekend rotation,flexible hours, other shifts) Ability to work weekends and holidays Ability to participate in on-call programs and available to department needs with minimal notice Ability to show excellent technical competence Ability to show computer competence and equipment skill competence (eg. power injector) Ability to practice high quality patient care - very good communication skills - follows age specific guidelines Ability to demonstrate very good oral and written communication skills Ability to deal with extremely ill patients - can handle stressful situations professionally Ability to make independent professional decisions using good judgement skills Ability to function independently with minimal assistance in performing job Attends education and safety inservices - completes all safety modules May be exposed to hazardous chemicals Exposed to radiation - follows radiation safety guidelines Ability to attend out of town site visits/training if needed Ability to do light, medium or heavy lifting Light: Lifting up to 20-50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently Medium: Lifting up to 20-50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds constantly Heavy: Lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly This position will recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., understand child growth and development, normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging. Prior experience with various age groups is preferred.</li><li>If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Condell Medical Center Libertyville IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R113632. Posted job title: CT Technologist

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