Weekend Only CT Technologist – Diagnostic Imaging – Lorain Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Lorain, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Work Shift: Days/Evenings (United States of America) Imaging positions at Mercy Lorain Hospital reward you with: A $25,000 sign on bonus for full time new hires Referral bonus incentive programs Competitive paid time off accrual Excellent health benefits through UMR Competitive tuition assistance for continued career growth And more! CT Tech - Weekends Only - Lorain Hospital Shift/Schedule 24 Scheduled Hours Per Week Shift Times - Days/Afternoons Weekends Only - Friday, Saturday, or Sunday This position qualifies for a 30% pay premium as a part of our weekend only program Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The CT Technologist applies the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of CT scanning equipment in a way that provides direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. The CT Technologist assists in the diagnosis and treatment of patients by producing diagnostic CT scans.

Requirements

• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in Diagnostic Radiology (required)
• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Nice To Haves

• Advanced modality registration in CT, ARRT (preferred, or must obtain within 2 years)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• 1 year of experience as CT or Rad Tech (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Assures the quality of all images and confirms that all pertinent patient/procedural data is correct.
• Performs computed tomography procedures.
• Performs timeout as required per policy.
• Properly positions patients on CT scanning cradles and properly immobilizes patients with appropriate devices to obtain desired position.
• Makes radiation exposures by energizing scanner per physician request and patient history.
• Performs intravenous injections and demonstrates a knowledge of use and care of existing IVs, administers oral, rectal, and IV radiographic contracts agents specific to procedures.
• Assists the radiologist with biopsies, drainage procedures, etc. utilizing sterile techniques, exhibiting safe and effective use of all contrast and radiation materials.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all CT IT systems, including Radiant and PACS.
• Participates in on call rotation as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree