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CT Technologist

Advocate Health · Park Ridge, IL

Posted Sep 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you started an IV on a difficult stick, maybe a dehydrated or elderly patient. What did you do differently?

hands-on competency and patience under a common daily challenge

Tell me about a time you caught an error in patient history or documentation before a scan. How did you handle it?

attention to detail and willingness to slow down workflow for accuracy

Tell me about a time a patient was scared, in pain, or difficult to work with. How did you get them through the scan?

bedside manner and de-escalation skill with a range of patient behaviors

This role includes training new associates and orienting people to new equipment. Tell me about a time you taught someone a technical skill.

whether they can mentor given the part-time role still carries training duties

Technical

A patient starts showing signs of a contrast reaction mid-scan. What do you do, step by step?

knowledge of contrast reaction management and when to call the radiologist versus code blue

How do you decide what protocol or reconstruction to apply for a given CT order if the requisition is unclear or seems off for the clinical question?

protocol knowledge and comfort clarifying orders rather than guessing

What quality assurance checks do you run on CT equipment before starting your shift, and what would make you pull a scanner offline?

real familiarity with QA routines and willingness to stop work over a safety issue

Describe your experience with IV certification and contrast administration. Have you done this independently or under supervision?

verifying actual scope of practice against the role's IV certification requirement

What's your understanding of the radiation dose considerations specific to CT, and how do you balance image quality against patient exposure?

depth of anatomy and physics knowledge beyond button-pushing

Where are you in the process of getting CT registered with ARRT, and how are you approaching that within the one-year window?

realistic timeline and seriousness about meeting the mandatory credentialing requirement

Situational

Walk me through how you'd handle a patient who has a history of contrast allergy but the radiologist has ordered a contrast study.

whether the candidate knows escalation protocol and prioritizes patient safety over workflow speed

You're the only tech on and two patients need to be scanned urgently at the same time, one from the ED and one inpatient. How do you decide who goes first?

triage judgment and communication with other departments under pressure

If a physician or radiologist pushed back on a protocol you followed, how would you respond?

confidence in clinical judgment balanced with respect for the chain of command

You're 24 hours into a two-week schedule and get called in on short notice for a code blue or urgent trauma scan. How do you prepare mentally and physically for that kind of shift?

flexibility and stamina fit for irregular part-time scheduling and emergency demands

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Department: 36317 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - CT Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 24 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Part time 40 hours/2 weeks Pay Range: $34.90 - $52.35 $5,000 sign-on bonus! Major Responsibilities: Performs Computerized Tomography procedures according to the policies, procedures and department requirements set up by the Medical Director of Cat Scan and the Manager. Performs as required, any post processing or required reconstructions specified by the department protocol. Performs service recover and escalates patient concerns to coordinator, Supervisor or Manager if necessary. Obtains pertinent patient history and other relevant information, documents information on correct forms and ensures that documentation is complete and signed. Performs required Radiology Information System functions. Responsible for charging of patient exams, completion of exam workflow and verifying study information for interpretation by a radiologist. Starts IV’s for patients following the guidelines set up by the radiology department. Administers contrast material as prescribed by a Radiologist. Monitors patient condition during procedure. Maintains appropriate inventory and checks all dates on supplies. Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the event of code blue. Notifies Radiologist when emergency medical help is needed. (i.e. contrast reactions and respiratory distress) Performs quality assurance tests on all CT equipment. Maintains clean room and equipment. Maintains a well supplied biopsy cart. Schedules patients when necessary and hands out patient prep for CT examination. Assist in orienting new associates and training personnel on new Radiology systems or equipment when installed. Education/Experience Required: 12-24 months experience in radiology. Graduate of Radiologic Technology program. 1 hour annually in stroke care Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Knowledge of principles of CT Knowledge of equipment Knowledge of anatomy ARRT Registration IDNS License CPR Certification IV Certification within 3 months of date of hire CT Registration within 1 year of date of hire Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Able to work with all types of behaviors and people. Able to work on short notice. Flexible in starting times. Willing to work overtime when needed. As required must be able to lift, move and transport patients. May be exposed to ionizing radiation and infectious disease. 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. 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. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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