CT Tech Intern

Singing River Health System•Pascagoula, MS

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist Intern is a development position within the Singing River Health System, requiring the completion of an internal 4-month on-the-job training program. Interns work under the supervision of a preceptor and physician to provide radiologic care and services to patients. This involves arranging and operating equipment to produce images of the human body for the purpose of diagnosis and treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders. The role ensures that the Radiology department meets current accreditation program and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists standards and achieves the Singing River Health System objectives. Interns are expected to operate equipment requiring detailed concentration for extended periods, stock an adequate inventory of supplies, and maintain quality control of procedures and quality assurance of equipment. All duties must be performed in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance for healthcare employees. The position is part of Singing River Health System's mission to improve health and save lives in the community.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency
Must be a graduate or currently enrolled in an accredited JRCERT program
Must be enrolled in an accredited JRCERT Program or must registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Must maintain a minimum of 24 ECE points in each two (2) year period as required by the AART in Radiology
Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer
CT certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within 12 months of completing program
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities
Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone
Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels
Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required
Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette
Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages

Nice To Haves

CT Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists preferred
Healthcare and /or radiology experience preferred

Responsibilities

Complete the internal 4-month on-the-job training program
Work under the supervision of the preceptor, physician, to provide radiologic care and services to patients
Arrange and operate equipment in order to produce images of the human body for the purpose of diagnosis and treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders
Ensure that the Radiology department meets current accreditation program and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists standards
Achieve the Singing River Health System objectives
Operate equipment requiring detailed concentration for extended periods of time
Stock an adequate inventory of supplies at all times
Maintain quality control of procedures and quality assurance of equipment
Perform all performed duties in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees