CT Technologist I - PT - Nights - 2x12

OU Health•Oklahoma City, OK

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist I performs routine computed tomography (CT) examinations in accordance with established protocols, policies, and safety standards, with guidance as needed. This role involves utilizing core knowledge, skills, abilities, and available resources to provide safe, high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care and support services under routine or emergent conditions. Care is delivered under appropriate supervision across a variety of settings. The technologist prepares patients for procedures, correlates clinical history with physician-ordered exams, and safely administers contrast per protocol. They demonstrate the ability to recognize basic imaging artifacts and implement corrective measures, effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and the care team, and accurately transfer images and data to designated systems. Additionally, the role includes performing operator-level quality control checks, cleaning, disinfection, and basic equipment maintenance, as well as documenting in EMR/PACS and actively participating in continuing education.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited imaging, radiology or nuclear medicine program as defined by ARRT or Completion of JRCERT accredited Military Educational Program.
No prior CT experience required.
Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
ARRT(RT) certification required within 12 months of hire.
Foundational knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology, basic radiologic technology concepts, and CT‑related terminology.
Applies core CT theory, practices, and techniques to perform examinations and complete basic post‑processing, analysis, and documentation with general supervision or assistance.
Communication skills to exchange basic information with patients, families, and team members.
Ability to prioritize and complete assigned clinical and non‑clinical work tasks with guidance and direction, progressively developing independence in managing routine responsibilities.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain composed in stressful situations with guidance and support, progressively developing effective coping and prioritization skills.
Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
Knowledge of and ability to apply HIPAA guidelines and standards.
Ability to work as part of a diverse team and communicate effectively with others.
Displays consistency and dependability by reporting to work as scheduled.
Ability to be sensitive to patients’ physical and psychological needs.
Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.

Responsibilities

Utilizing core knowledge, skills, abilities, and available resources, provides safe, high‑quality, efficient, and patient‑centered care and support services under routine or emergent conditions.
Prepares patients for procedures and correlates clinical history with physician‑ordered exams to support appropriate imaging.
Safely administers contrast per protocol.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize basic imaging artifacts and implement corrective measures independently or under guidance.
Effectively communicates and collaborates with patients, families, and the care team to support desired clinical outcomes and service standards.
Accurately transfers images and associated data to designated systems, completes basic technical documentation, and prepares studies for physician reporting.
Carries out operator‑level quality control checks, cleaning, high‑level disinfection, and basic equipment maintenance per manufacturer instructions and regulatory requirements.
Accurately document in EMR/PACS.
Actively participates in continuing education, professional development, and research initiatives to maintain competencies and advance quality of care and treatment practices.
Supports inventory tasks as needed to help ensure supplies are available.
Performs other duties as assigned.