CT Technologist PRN - Lourdes Hospital

Mercy Health • Paducah, KY

130d

About The Position

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. The Multi-Modality Technologist 2 performs duties related to two modalities, which may include performing procedures with related techniques, and/or producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Associate's Degree (preferred) - For imaging modalities, preference is from an ARRT accredited institute or of an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program or of an approved School of Ultrasound/Medical Sonography.
• Certification and Registration with ARRT or RDMS or CNMT or CCI or ARDMS (required)
• Required to be competent or registered in 2 of the specified modalities and obtain certification within 12 months.
• BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care).
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed).
• 1 year of experience in healthcare environment (preferred).

Nice To Haves

• Attention to detail
• Acceptance of authority
• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Training in Picture archiving communication system (PACS)
• Training in Radiology Information System (RIS)
• IV Contrast Administration

Responsibilities

• Performs duties for two modalities within the imaging and/or cardiovascular technology job families.
• Meets continuing education or clinical requirements as required by regulatory standards.
• Operates equipment, accessories and is knowledgeable in workflows, procedures and processes of two modalities.
• Selects imaging/sequences with consideration given to approved protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Obtains patient's clinical history and appropriate lab work ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
• Applies safety principles with a focus on the two modalities to minimize risk to patient, self and others.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED