CT Technologist - Weekend Option- The Jewish Hospital

Mercy Health•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

The CT Technologist applies diagnostic imaging skills and uses CT scanning equipment safely and effectively to provide compassionate, timely direct patient care. The role supports patient diagnosis and treatment by producing diagnostic CT scans.

Requirements

Certification and registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology (required).
BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association is preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH; it is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations.
Advanced modality registration in CT through ARRT is preferred, or must be obtained within two years.
State licensure is preferred unless required by the state where the job is performed.
Communication, interpersonal, computer literacy, patient-based care, calm demeanor, critical thinking, safety, attention to detail, escalation of concerns, teamwork, customer service, positive attitude, and ability to follow directions.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
Advanced modality registration in CT through ARRT.
One year of experience as a CT or Radiologic Technologist.
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training.
Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training.
State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association at hire, except where required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations.

Responsibilities

Assure image quality and confirm pertinent patient and procedural data are correct.
Perform computed tomography procedures.
Perform timeouts as required by policy.
Position patients on CT scanning cradles and immobilize them with appropriate devices to obtain the desired position.
Make radiation exposures by energizing the scanner according to physician requests and patient history.
Perform intravenous injections; demonstrate knowledge of the use and care of existing IVs; and administer oral, rectal, and IV radiographic contrast agents specific to procedures.
Assist the radiologist with biopsies, drainage procedures, and similar procedures using sterile techniques and safe, effective handling of contrast and radiation materials.
Maintain working knowledge of CT IT systems, including Radiant and PACS.
Participate in the on-call rotation as required.
Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility.
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
HSA/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.