CT Technologist

Indiana University Health System•Portland, OR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time CT Technologist position located at Jay Hospital. The hours will be Monday - Friday 2p-10:30p. No regular weekends. Does require holiday rotation. Sign-on bonus & referral bonus available to eligible applicants! 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.

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, 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.