CT Technologist - Anderson Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Union Township, OH

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About The Position

The CT Technologist applies diagnostic imaging skills through the safe and effective use of CT scanning equipment, providing compassionate and timely direct patient care. The role assists in diagnosing and treating patients by producing diagnostic CT scans.

The technologist ensures image quality and accuracy of patient and procedure data, performs CT procedures, positions and immobilizes patients, and makes radiation exposures as directed by physician requests and patient history. Responsibilities also include administering intravenous injections and oral, rectal, and IV contrast agents; understanding the use and care of existing IVs; and assisting radiologists with biopsies and drainage procedures using sterile techniques and safe practices for contrast and radiation materials. The position requires working knowledge of CT information systems, including Radiant and PACS, and participation in an on-call rotation as required.

Requirements

• Certification and registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification 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 degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
• One year of experience as a CT or radiologic technologist.
• Advanced modality registration in CT through ARRT.
• State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
• Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Training in a picture archiving communication system (PACS).

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality of images and confirm that pertinent patient and procedural data are correct.
• Perform computed tomography procedures.
• Perform required timeouts according to policy.
• Position patients on CT scanning cradles and immobilize them with appropriate devices.
• Make radiation exposures by energizing the scanner according to physician requests and patient history.
• Perform intravenous injections and demonstrate knowledge of the use and care of existing IVs.
• Administer oral, rectal, and IV radiographic contrast agents specific to procedures.
• Assist radiologists with biopsies, drainage procedures, and similar procedures using sterile techniques and safe, effective practices for contrast and radiation materials.
• Maintain working knowledge of CT IT systems, including Radiant and PACS.
• Participate in the on-call rotation as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 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, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree