CT Technologist

Indiana University Health•Paoli, IN

30d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time CT Technologist position located at Paoli Hospital. The hours are Saturday 6a-6p, Sunday 6p-6a, and Friday 8a-4:30p. The Technologist will qualify for the Special Weekend Option incentive on Saturday and Sunday! Sign-on bonus available to eligible applicants! Operates CT scanner, prepares and positions patients. Screens patients for safe scanning and safe administration of contrast. Obtains IV access, and administers contrast as required and is familiar with recognizing and responding to adverse contrast events. Possesses knowledge of scan protocols and selection of appropriate protocol to address clinical concerns. Adjusts scan parameters to ensure diagnostic images. Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians. Follows radiation safety protocols. Performs routine QC on equipment. Stays current with continuing education. Assists in medical alert situations. Communicates effectively with patients, families and members of the care team. Documents necessary information in EMR. Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed. We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day. Sound like a perfect match? Apply now - we can't wait to hear from you! #LI-Onsite

Requirements

Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Radiology Technology (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Radiography , RT(R) or Nuclear Medicine, RT(NM); or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB): Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT).
Requires advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT) through ARRT or NMTCB within 12 months of hire.
Requires current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Operates CT scanner
Prepares and positions patients
Screens patients for safe scanning and safe administration of contrast
Obtains IV access
Administers contrast as required
Familiar with recognizing and responding to adverse contrast events
Possesses knowledge of scan protocols and selection of appropriate protocol to address clinical concerns
Adjusts scan parameters to ensure diagnostic images
Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians
Follows radiation safety protocols
Performs routine QC on equipment
Stays current with continuing education
Assists in medical alert situations
Communicates effectively with patients, families and members of the care team
Documents necessary information in EMR
Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed