CT Technologist

Indiana University Health System•Carmel, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time Special Weekend Option CT Technologist position located at North Hospital. The hours are Friday/Saturday 6:30p-6:30a. Position also requires technologist to perform general x-ray. Call and Holidays required. Technologist will qualify for the Special Weekend pay incentive! 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

0-3 years of relevant experience.
Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
Ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
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).
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.

Nice To Haves

Advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT) through ARRT or NMTCB within 12 months of hire.

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.
Perform general x-ray.