CT Technologist

Indiana University Health System•Carmel, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Part-time position with a Special Weekend Option (SWO). The schedule is Friday and Saturday from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. This is a backfill opening. The role involves operating the CT scanner, preparing and positioning patients, screening patients for safe scanning and contrast administration, obtaining IV access, administering contrast, and responding to adverse contrast events. The technologist must possess knowledge of scan protocols, select appropriate protocols, adjust scan parameters for diagnostic images, and collaborate with radiologists and referring physicians. They will also follow radiation safety protocols, perform routine QC on equipment, stay current with continuing education, assist in medical alert situations, communicate effectively with patients, families, and the care team, and document information in the EMR. Assistance with minimally invasive procedures may also be required.

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

Dual modality experience.
Experience in both: CT X-Ray
Rotating call schedule.
Rotating holiday coverage.
Approximately 4 call shifts per month

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.