CT Scan Technologist-Outpatient

Renown Health•Reno, NV

About The Position

This position produces diagnostic CT scans, assists the radiologist with CT procedures, and provides patient care while representing the vision and mission of Renown Health System. The technologist performs CT procedures according to guidelines recommended by the Imaging Director and Renown Health CT Department policies and procedures. The role serves neonatal, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and their families through assessment, planning, implementation, and exam evaluation. The incumbent coordinates daily workflow and supports the throughput of Urgent Care, STAT, and outpatient cases, while carrying out appropriate quality-control monitoring. The role involves making technical decisions to produce the best possible CT scans and administering IV contrast under the radiologist’s direction. The technologist operates CT imaging units, image-storage systems, contrast-injection equipment, and hospital and departmental computer systems. The position requires keeping current with changes in CT and advanced outpatient imaging, managing care priorities amid changing volumes, and coordinating with the CT department, including providing input into its future direction. The incumbent must maintain current CPR certification and complete mandatory in-services. Patient care, communication, flexibility, confidentiality, and the ability to function in a fast-changing, stressful environment are essential.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively.
ARRT(R) certification at time of hire.
State of Nevada license for Medical Radiography at time of hire.
ARRT (CT) Registry must be acquired within 12 months of hire.
BLS certification by the American Heart Association (AHA) within 60 days of hire.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word.
Ability to use a computer to complete online learning requirements, access online forms and policies, and complete online benefits enrollment.
Excellent communication skills, flexibility, ability to function in a fast-changing environment and work under stress, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Two years of clinical diagnostic radiographic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Produce diagnostic CT scans and assist the radiologist with CT procedures.
Provide patient care appropriate to the physical, motor/sensory, psychosocial, and safety needs of patients across age groups.
Coordinate daily workflow and support throughput for Urgent Care, STAT, and outpatient cases.
Perform appropriate quality-control monitoring.
Make technical decisions to provide the best possible CT scans.
Administer IV contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist.
Perform CT procedures according to the Imaging Director’s guidelines and Renown Health CT Department policies and procedures.
Operate CT imaging units, image-storage systems, and contrast-injection equipment.
Use hospital and departmental computer systems.
Coordinate with the CT department and provide strategic planning input for its future direction.
Maintain current CPR certification and complete mandatory in-services.
Maintain strict confidentiality and communicate effectively in a fast-changing environment.