CT Technologist

Intermountain Health

13d • $35 - $54 • Onsite

About The Position

The CT Tech performs a variety of CT procedures using ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. This position uses ingenuity, initiative, and independent judgement to perform high quality scans. If you are interested in learning more about this role or about Intermountain Health, click here to schedule time with me! Posting Specifics Shift Details: Full-time (36 Hours) Unit/Location: St. Vincent Hospital Additional Details: Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying. Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible? As a CT Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact. What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the “Power of We.” As a CT Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by:

Requirements

• Demonstrates understanding of sectional anatomy, anatomic terminology, and positioning competency.
• Demonstrates proficiency in operating CT equipment with a strong understanding of of CT imaging techniques and protocols.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of protocols relating to contrast administration, including contrast injector operation as applicable.
• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency with electronic imaging including ability to view, transfer and manipulate images.
• Recognizes emergent patient situations and can respond appropriately.
• Ability to function independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with other caregivers and patients.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff.
• CT Tech Health Services\ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT (RT)(R) Upon Hire
• Health Services\BCLS - Basic Life Support within 60 Days
• Health Services\IV - IV Certification within 60 Days
• Relevant state licensure Upon Hire
• For caregivers hired in this role in the State of Colorado, a Fluoroscopy License is required Upon Hire (Where applicable)
• Must complete the controlled substance module within 30 Days (Where applicable)
• Must complete the initial moderate sedation module within 30 Days
• Specific facility-based certifications may also be required for this role. If this applies, each facility would define and manage compliance.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - (ARRT)(R)
• Relevant State licensure (where required)
• IV Competency within 30 days of hire
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
• Proficiency in 5 of the following areas: Computed Tomography Certification/Registration, Interventional CT, Cryo/microwave ablations, CT Coronary Angiography, TAVR, TMVR, Cardiac, Stroke perfusion imaging, Pediatric CT (less than 15yrs of age) in at least 80% of patient workload). Note: Must complete a minimum of 5 cases per specialty procedure accompanied with documented skills pass off by a lead CT tech.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Applicable State License
• An American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) technologist who is currently attending and receiving formal training from an accredited training program or successful completion of formal training from an approved/accredited school or a licensed American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) technologist who has been selected to cross-train in another modality.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years of CT Experience
• Experience in a healthcare setting
• (Where applicable) Must complete the controlled substance module
• (Where applicable) Must complete the initial moderate sedation module
• Specific facility-based certifications may also be required for this role. If this applies, each facility would define and manage compliance.
• 3 + years CT experience
• 1-2 years customer service or patient care experience
• IV Certification

Responsibilities

• Maintains ARRT competency in all clinical and technical functions of the job
• Understands and operates CT equipment and related information systems apropriately to ensure production of quality images.
• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Performs exams per department protocol.
• Reviews and evaluates images for quality, clarity, and accuracy, ensuring that all necessary anatomical structures are captured.
• Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment for patients and staff.
• Completes studies within acceptable time limitations per department expectations without compromising patient care or the quality of the examination.
• Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses patient and/or family concerns.
• Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions or incidents.
• Follows appropriate protocol for medical necessity, coding and charging, obtaining necessary consents, maintaining applicable QC program and reporting any equipment failures or problems.
• As ordered by the physician and under radiologist or physician supervision administers contrast media to patients per protocol and provides education to patients regarding safety concerns inherent to contrast administration.
• Stays updated with the latest advancements in CT technology, techniques, and protocols by participating in continuing education and professional development activities
• Assists and instructs students and other radiology technologists in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.

Benefits

• We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees