CT Trainee/Technologist

Posted:
5/4/2026, 3:20:53 AM

Location(s):
Illinois, United States ⋅ Sterling, Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

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Shift

4 days/week; mostly afternoons with some day and night shifts & rotating weekends.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

POSITION PURPOSE:

An CT Trainee develops competency in and performs the basics of CT imaging and associated interventions under direct supervision of a licensed CT Technologist. Purpose of this position is to promote into an CT Technician then follow by CT Technologist.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Gather and Analyze Patient Information by verifying the medical order/protocol, completing/verifying documentation, explaining procedure and orientating the patient to CT.

  • Performs CT exams under the direct supervision of a licensed CT technologist.

  • Completes required competencies to promote to CT Technician. 

  • Assists in the maintenance of images and other records in the correct system application (RIS/PACS, etc.)

  • Recognizes and responds to emergencies appropriately.

  • Participate in equipment care and maintenance.

  • Promotes self and professional education through health fairs, trade shows, and in-services.

  • Perform other related duties, incidental to the work described herein, as directed by the supervisor or director.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:

  • Required to be a CGHMC employee for at least 1 year.

  • ARRT license in radiography required.

  • Active participation accredited CT Program within 1 month of acceptance of position.

  • Completion of clinical competencies to become a CT Technician within 3 months of hire.

  • CPR certification required.

  • Basic computer literacy in specific Radiology software application.

  • Demonstrates the knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served on assigned unit.  Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served.  Able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric patient group.

Compensation Range

$18.43 - $27.65

Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)

Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Optional Insurances

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness

Gift Shop Discount

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Dietary Discount

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.