CT Technologist

Stillwater Medical Center•Stillwater, OK

55d

About The Position

CT Tech who will also work X-ray Our Medical Imaging Team work closely together, help each other, and take exceptional care of our patients. As important members of the interdisciplinary team, they are skilled communicators and approach problems with a can-do attitude. Sound like you? Come join our Team! Why choose Stillwater Medical as a XRay / CT Technologist ? Competitive wages Excellent benefits Great culture - On Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work since 2012 World's Best Hospital (Newsweek) Important things to know about the job: Must have experience with both X-Ray and CT modalities See qualifications below for details on academic training & registry requirements Full-time, 36 hours per week Sat/Sun 9a-9p & Mondays 8a-8p No call JOB SUMMARY: Operates both Diagnostic X-Ray, CT and all related equipment. Performs data manipulation and processing. Thoroughly explains and educates patients about procedures. Consistently produces motion-free reproducible diagnostic images. Performs venipuncture. Reinforces patient compliance issues throughout the exam. Performs exams per protocol. Screens patients for contraindications to intravenous contrast infusion. Uses good judgment and discretion by consulting with radiologist when appropriate. Processes, networks and films images, prepares room, equipment, supplies, and contrast media. Transports and transfers patients. Accurately completes all necessary paperwork and information for the patients' medical record. Provides compassionate patient care. Works consistently to improve customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Must have experience with both X-Ray and CT modalities
Graduated from a JCERT approved Radiological Technology training program with at least one year clinical experience
Current ARRT (CT) registry card on file or ARRT (R) registered and is actively pursuing CT advanced certification
Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing
Current CPR card or completion of course within 30 days of hire
Must have strength and stamina for prolonged walking and standing
Able to frequently lift up to 60 pounds, reach, pull, bend, stoop, and kneel
Demonstrates adequate vision or correctable glass to read, write, and evaluate medical images
Able to hear or correctable with hearing devices and able to talk to converse with others in person and over the telephone
Able to hear, see and feel to accurately observe, monitor and administer care
Possess fine motor skills and hand/eye coordination to give care (i.e. operate imaging equipment, develop film, venipuncture)

Responsibilities

Operates both Diagnostic X-Ray, CT and all related equipment.
Performs data manipulation and processing.
Thoroughly explains and educates patients about procedures.
Consistently produces motion-free reproducible diagnostic images.
Performs venipuncture.
Reinforces patient compliance issues throughout the exam.
Performs exams per protocol.
Screens patients for contraindications to intravenous contrast infusion.
Uses good judgment and discretion by consulting with radiologist when appropriate.
Processes, networks and films images, prepares room, equipment, supplies, and contrast media.
Transports and transfers patients.
Accurately completes all necessary paperwork and information for the patients' medical record.
Provides compassionate patient care.
Works consistently to improve customer satisfaction.