CT Tech 10k signing bonus Tullahoma Harton Hospital
About The Position
Under the direction of the Director of Medical Imaging Services, the CT Tech works closely with the Chief/Lead Technologist and Radiologists to perform diagnostic CT examinations. The role supports efficient department operations and the quality and continuity of patient care for patients of all ages. The technologist performs and records equipment quality-control data, reports repair or preventive-maintenance needs, and participates in identified performance-improvement activities. The CT Tech operates CT-related radiographic equipment, performs radiological procedures, uses PACS and radiographic supplies, and supports CT services in Medical Imaging. The position includes participation in on-call requirements and backup support for second- and third-shift Diagnostic Radiology. The technologist manages workflow, verifies patient identity and order consistency, documents pertinent data in RIS/PACS, reviews examinations for technical accuracy, and communicates relevant information to the Radiologist and those responsible for patient care. The role also requires prioritizing and implementing physician orders, providing age-appropriate care from infancy through geriatrics, following department and hospital safety procedures, and adhering to the Compliance and Ethics Program.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
- Licensure through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Responsibilities
- Operate CT-related radiographic equipment, perform radiological procedures, operate PACS, and use radiographic supplies according to department standards.
- Participate in on-call requirements for CT services and provide backup support for second- and third-shift Diagnostic Radiology.
- Manage department workflow to ensure work assignments are completed.
- Identify each patient, review orders for consistency between the examination ordered and clinical diagnosis, and record pertinent information in RIS/PACS.
- Review examinations for technical accuracy, present completed examinations to the Radiologist, and communicate pertinent data to those responsible for patient care after the procedure.
- Organize patient care and set priorities, addressing critical care first and implementing physician orders.
- Provide consistent, continuous, age-specific care for patients ranging from infancy to geriatrics.
- Follow department and hospital safety procedures for patient and material handling.
- Perform and record equipment quality-control data and report repair or preventive-maintenance needs.
- Participate in identified performance-improvement activities.
- Adhere to the Compliance and Ethics Program.
Benefits
- The role may include health, disability, retirement, and wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
