CT Technologist (0.6 Alternating - Michigan City)

Franciscan Alliance • Michigan City, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist is responsible for operating specialized computerized x-ray equipment to produce cross-sectional images of the human anatomy which aid radiologists, physicians and other healthcare professionals in diagnosing a wide variety of diseases and disorders. This position assists in training students and technologists and performs injection procedures. The Technologist maintains optimum timeliness, accuracy, proficiency, efficiency, and safety during the execution of duties, and works closely with patients to ensure they have an understanding of procedures and are comfortable during procedures. SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE Ask Talent Acquisition Advisor if eligible for Sign-on Bonus WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Clean, maintain, and restock examination and inventory rooms. Collaborate on patient medical issues with the physician to determine protocol and procedure. Complete all CT exams and procedures; obtain the most optimal images for physician interpretation while processing and evaluating images according to policy and protocol. Confirm patient identity. Obtain and record patient identification, medical history, or test results. Review and update patient documentation in EMR and PACS. Perform venous punctures using universal precautions while administering contrast media. Practice established safety guidelines and utilizes ALARA radiation reduction tools and techniques.

Requirements

• Certificate in Radiology
• 2 years Radiology
• Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
• Radiography (ARRT-R) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Indiana within 180 days
• Computed Tomography (ARRT-CT) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 1 year

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree in Radiology

Responsibilities

• Clean, maintain, and restock examination and inventory rooms.
• Collaborate on patient medical issues with the physician to determine protocol and procedure.
• Complete all CT exams and procedures; obtain the most optimal images for physician interpretation while processing and evaluating images according to policy and protocol.
• Confirm patient identity.
• Obtain and record patient identification, medical history, or test results.
• Review and update patient documentation in EMR and PACS.
• Perform venous punctures using universal precautions while administering contrast media.
• Practice established safety guidelines and utilizes ALARA radiation reduction tools and techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees