3D CT Imaging Processing Specialist

3D CT Imaging Processing Specialist

Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Wausau, WI

Full Time (1.0 FTE, 80 hours every pay period)

HYBRID POSITION: Will require on-site training up to 12 months before being a hybrid position

Primarily day shift with flexibility to cover other shifts if needed as well as weekends (on call)

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

Job Description

• The 3D CT Imaging Processing Specialists support organizational performance measures, patient and customer satisfaction, clinical quality benchmarks, and operational and financial goals. This role actively participates in maintaining an environment that reflects and supports Aspirus philosophy, values, and standards of practice.
• 3D CT Imaging Processing Specialists perform the duties of a CT Advanced Imaging Technologist as outlined in the corresponding job description, while serving as subject matter experts in 3D advanced visualization and postprocessing.
• As an integral part of daily CT operations, 3D CT Imaging Processing Specialists provide advanced expertise in cardiac, vascular, and complex CT imaging services.
• Responsibilities include supporting program growth, coordinating education and training, developing and refining scanning and postprocessing protocols, and ensuring overall workflow efficiency and effectiveness.
• This work is accomplished through close collaboration with radiologists and CT technologists in Imaging Services, as well as with referring providers and service lines across the Aspirus enterprise.
• Processing protocols and ensuring overall workflow efficiency and effectiveness.
• In this role, 3D CT Imaging Processing Specialists perform advanced CT image postprocessing to generate high-quality 3D visualizations and quantitative analyses that support diagnostic accuracy, interventional planning, and surgical decision making.
• The position partners closely with radiologists, cardiology, vascular surgery, neurology, orthopedics, and imaging informatics to optimize protocols, maintain efficient workflows, and ensure clinical accuracy, patient safety, and consistent outcomes.
• Processing to generate high‑quality 3D visualizations and quantitative analyses that support diagnostic accuracy, interventional planning, and surgical decision‑making.
• The position partners closely with radiologists, cardiology, vascular surgery, neurology, orthopedics, and imaging informatics to optimize protocols, maintain efficient

Education Requirements

• Knowledge of Imaging Services standards and procedures as they relate to Imaging Services and CT, and knowledge of cardiac and vascular anatomy normally acquired through education or job training.
• Bachelor’s degree is desirable.
• Knowledge of the following is highly desired: cardiac flow, ejection and regurgitant fractions, valve anatomy, variations and common pathology that may be displayed in cardiac and vascular anatomy; or a willingness to learn on the job and via structured courses within 12 months of hire.
• Willingness to continue to be involved in education to update skills and knowledge base as it pertains to cardiac and vascular imaging in CT scanning and 3D image post-processing techniques with the goal of remaining up to date with current trends and technologies.
• Documented education and competency in cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical imaging post-processing.

Required Experience

• Four years’ hands-on professional experience in CT (including Advanced cardiovascular studies) and demonstrated experience with 3D post-processing tools.
• Experience working in high-volume, fast-paced environments with ED/inpatient/outpatient caseloads and complex cases.
• Vitrea experience is required

Required Licensure

• ARRT (R)
• ARRT (CT)
• State of Wisconsin Licensed Radiographer license (WI Locations only)
• Current BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire - All clinical personnel in identified job codes are required to maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) training through independent study, online manikin and knowledge testing. An acceptable training program is the Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider course from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Program with AED. See Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training Policy.

Why you will love working here

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus Wausau Hospital , the flagship of the Aspirus system, serves northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Aspirus Wausau Hospital provides primary, secondary and tertiary care services as a regional referral center. Specialty referral service emphasis exists in cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery, orthopedics and cancer. The hospital has an average daily inpatient census of 160 with approximately 15,000 admissions per year. Outpatient visits exceed 50,000 and there are also more than 24,000 annual emergency department visits. Best known for its world-class cardiovascular program, Aspirus Wausau Hospital also provides leading edge cancer, trauma, women’s health, and spine and neurological care. To learn more about Wausau click the following link: Wausau, Wisconsin

Our Mission : We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.

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Credentials:

Essential

• LICENSED RADIOGRAPHER (STATE)
• CPR or BLS
• ARRT-RADIOGRAPHY
• ARRT-CT

Credential source:

Essential

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists