RADIOLOGY - CT TECHNOLOGIST

MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL LLC • Idaho Falls, ID

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a CT Technologist to join our team! The CT Technologist is responsible for the daily organization of activities in the CT and Radiology department. Performs CT exams and produces high quality images for the Radiologist to interpret and to aid the physician in diagnosing the patient.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree from an approved college or university.
• Must hold or obtain current licensure as an RT(R) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent.
• Must hold or obtain current licensure as an RT(R)(CT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent within one year of hire.
• Must hold or obtain current BLS.
• Previous radiology experience necessary.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years preferred experience.
• Cross-sectional education and IV experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of CT procedures independently and in accordance with existing policies and procedures including, but not limited to; enhanced and non-enhanced head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, spinal and extremity exams.
• Render advanced post processing image data on a work station for reconstruction and evaluation purposes.
• Completes proper and comprehensive patient screening prior to CT examination and IV contrast administration.
• Documents appropriate skill in starting IV’s for contrast administration and drawing blood for pre-contrast screening as needed.
• Administers intravenous injections of contrast media under the direction of a Radiologist.
• Documents appropriate patient information necessary for exam interpretation and patient care.
• Assesses technical quality of exams before giving such to the Radiologist; performs repeats as necessary.
• Answers questions and provides information to center customers, including nursing staff, physicians and the general public on computed radiographic procedures, cross-sectional anatomy and physiology and radiation safety practices.
• Troubleshoots technical problems and works with the vendors to resolve problems that arise.
• Maintains flexibility as department grows, with a willingness to accept additional responsibilities requested by department director.
• Demonstrates age-specific competency for the following groups: neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Completes all annual mandatory education requirements (including hospital, department, and job specific competencies).
• Attends the required number of staff meetings per department standard.
• Has documented proof of current professional licensure and/or all required certifications.
• Adheres to Patient Rights Policy and patient confidentiality standards.
• Willing to do assignments, cross-training, or tasks within the scope of his/her job description, as asked by manager, which are deemed necessary to meet the needs of the department.
• Adapts to change in a positive and professional manner.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her mistakes without placing blame.
• Promotes effective working relationships and works effectively as a part of the department/team to facilitate the hospital and department’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees