CT Technologist - Train

Owensboro Health • Leitchfield, KY

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides computed tomography imaging and patient care services at defined levels to patients.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• No experience required
• Diploma, Associate's degree or higher in Science or related field required upon hire
• RT(R) - Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Radiology required upon hire
• RT(CT) - Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Computed Tomography required upon hire
• ROC - Radiation Operator Certification in the state of Kentucky required upon hire
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Responsibilities

• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
• Applies As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principle to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Implements radiation protection and safety standards.
• Prepares for and assists the physician in computed tomography procedures.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees