CT Technologist

American Addiction Centers • Grafton, ND

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist will competently operate CT equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures. This includes basic imaging processing, body, head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, contrast, orthopedic, and extremity imaging. The technologist will obtain medical history from patients, compare requisitions to physicians' orders for accuracy, and position patients appropriately. They will select and adjust scanning factors to attain optimal images, ensuring radiation protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies. The role involves preparing and administering contrast media under radiologist direction, assisting with scanning techniques, and providing measurements and additional slices for accurate interpretation. Post-processing of images, including accurate labeling with patient information and scan location, is also required. The technologist will maintain records, enter patient and study information into the radiology information system, and document billing codes. Identifying equipment performance issues, performing quality assurance tests, and reporting malfunctions are key responsibilities. The role also includes performing patient positioning and transporting duties, which may require lifting and pushing/pulling with proper technique. The technologist must demonstrate knowledge of age-specific care needs for patients served, including principles of growth and development across the life span.

Requirements

• Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin
• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Computed Tomography (CT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 18 months
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months
• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.
• No experience required.
• Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and basic radiation safety.
• Competent in IV and venipuncture (if required by facility).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g.DNV, CARF or others).

Responsibilities

• Competently operates CT equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures.
• Performs basic imaging processing, body, head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, contrast, orthopedic and extremity procedures.
• Obtains medical history from patients and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy.
• Positions patient and selects proper scanning factors, adjusts factors to attain the appropriate images, and provides radiation protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies.
• Prepares and administers contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist, and assists in the proper scanning techniques.
• Provides measurements and additional slices for accurate interpretation with direction from the Radiologist.
• Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images.
• Prepares and maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff and evaluates new products and equipment.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Sign on bonus
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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