CT Technologist Non-Registered

Wellstar Health System • Magnolia, AR

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About The Position

The CT Technologist performs departmental exams according to established procedures and independently uses imaging equipment to obtain quality diagnostic studies. The role requires flexibility to meet department needs, dependability, accountability, and cooperation. The technologist sets up equipment, positions patients, and provides safe, age-appropriate care while using independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in procedures used to diagnose or treat disease.

The position includes equipment care, patient preparation and support, image quality control, documentation, and coordination with clinicians and other technologists. The technologist follows infection-control and patient-identification policies, applies appropriate imaging techniques to minimize radiation exposure, and supports emergency response and department operations. This is a full-time role on the day shift; taking call may be necessary.

Requirements

• Certificate in Radiologic Technology.
• At least 1 year of experience in Radiology.
• ARRT-R (ARRT Radiography).
• BLS, ARC-BLS, or BLS-I certification.
• Flexibility to meet department work-hour needs.
• Ability to independently perform job functions and obtain quality diagnostic studies safely.

Responsibilities

• Adjust imaging technique to maintain image quality while minimizing the patient's ionizing-radiation dose.
• Report malfunctioning equipment and clean, disinfect, and maintain equipment according to policy and schedule.
• Verify clinician orders, obtain clinical history, gather examination data, and assess for contraindicating conditions.
• Follow established procedures for administering contrast media and monitor patients for changes in condition.
• Confirm patient identity using two unique identifiers, ensure appropriate patient and laterality markers, and protect patient privacy, comfort, and dignity.
• Review CT/radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and release patients when appropriate.
• Respond to emergencies and restock the crash cart and maintain life-support equipment.
• Assist technologists in other modalities when needed and assist with procedures and exams as directed by physicians.
• Apply age-appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies, and techniques; prepare patients and provide pre- and post-procedural care.
• Operate power injectors, maintain venipuncture competency, use sterile technique, and follow pre-procedure verification and Time Out processes when appropriate.
• Organize schedules, time, and priorities to complete activities within designated time frames; use critical thinking and ask for clarification when orders are ambiguous.
• Explain exams and procedures to patients and families, address questions and concerns, and notify physicians when concerns cannot be resolved before the procedure.
• Participate in orientation and training of departmental employees; complete required documentation, daily email review, and mandatory education.
• Produce acceptable images, check equipment calibration and operation before use, and send studies to PACS promptly.
• Complete studies in RIS before completing them in PACS; print CDs and manage after-hours teleradiography records and logs when applicable.
• Restock linens and supplies, keep the department clean and orderly, transport and position patients, and help patients on and off the procedure table.
• Perform patient charging on the day of service and apply shielding, supportive, and immobilization devices and equipment.
• Assist coworkers and perform clerical or support duties as needed to maintain continuity and quality of service.
• Keep the supervisor informed about responsibilities, problems, and potential problems; maintain an individual productivity rate comparable to coworkers after orientation.
• Operate CT department workstations and push or retrieve images between the CT console and PACS.
• Maintain Joint Commission and other regulatory agency standards.
• Take call when necessary and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus eligibility.
• Competitive relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
• PTO.
• Mental health support.
• Wellness rooms.
• Concierge services.
• Wellstar CareerCare program with fully funded education and guided career progression.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed