CAT SCAN TECHNOLOGIST (CT), ACUTE: UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

University of Missouri Health Care • Columbia, MO

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Perform complex tasks associated with the operation of advanced imaging protocols such as CT Colonography, CT Cardiac, Stroke perfusion, Trauma and imaging for Radiation Therapy Planning. Assist with procedure protocols and performance for a vast range of acuity level of patients such as ICU, Trauma, General Anesthesia, Sedation and IP in order to provide for the psychological and physical needs of patients for imaging Evaluate images for technical quality, label with the appropriate Priority level to flow to correct list for reading by the Radiologist. Maintain accurate patient records. Provide orientation for new technologists. Understand and use the image archival system (PACS). Operate specialized equipment such as the interoperative CT unit - AIRO CT unit, an insufflator for CT Colonography and the integrated CT unit - Nexarus Edge Plus Artis System for biopsies and procedures. Provide education and training for student technologists. Assist with education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, fellows and attending’s) if applicable. Assist radiologists and physicists in developing new protocols and techniques that are unique to MUHC. May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

Requirements

• ARRT certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Computed Tomography (ARRT-CT) certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Nice To Haves

• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex tasks associated with the operation of advanced imaging protocols such as CT Colonography, CT Cardiac, Stroke perfusion, Trauma and imaging for Radiation Therapy Planning.
• Assist with procedure protocols and performance for a vast range of acuity level of patients such as ICU, Trauma, General Anesthesia, Sedation and IP in order to provide for the psychological and physical needs of patients for imaging.
• Evaluate images for technical quality, label with the appropriate Priority level to flow to correct list for reading by the Radiologist.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Provide orientation for new technologists.
• Understand and use the image archival system (PACS).
• Operate specialized equipment such as the interoperative CT unit - AIRO CT unit, an insufflator for CT Colonography and the integrated CT unit - Nexarus Edge Plus Artis System for biopsies and procedures.
• Provide education and training for student technologists.
• Assist with education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, fellows and attending’s) if applicable.
• Assist radiologists and physicists in developing new protocols and techniques that are unique to MUHC.
• May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

Benefits

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed