CT Tech Student PRN

Intermountain Health•Layton, UT

10d•$32 - $49

About The Position

This is an on-the-job training role designed for Imaging team members who are pursuing a specialty within one of five modalities: CT, MR, US, NM, or Interventional Radiology. The position is responsible for performing high quality procedures using independent decision making and problem-solving skills to obtain the best possible images. The incumbent will become proficient in all aspects of patient care and the use of ionizing radiation, if applicable, for diagnostic purposes. Join Our Team as a CT Technologist! We are seeking a dedicated and skilled student CT Technologist to join our healthcare team. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to work in an environment that values growth, we’d love to hear from you! Discover why Intermountain Health is a great place to work (youtube.com) What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the “Power of We.” To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please to schedule a time to further discuss this opportunity Click Here

Requirements

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
Applicable State License CT, Interventional Radiology, and Mammography
An American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) technologist who is currently attending and receiving formal training from an accredited training program or successful completion of formal training from an approved/accredited school or a licensed American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) technologist who has been selected to cross-train in another modality.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years customer service or patient care experience
IV Certification
Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items.
Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Responsibilities

Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
Adheres to radiation or MRI safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.
Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality.
Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
Understands and operates equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.