CT Technologist - Maryview Medical Center - Weekend Only/Option
About The Position
The CT Technologist uses CT scanning equipment safely and effectively to provide compassionate, timely patient care and produce diagnostic scans that assist in patient diagnosis and treatment. The role assures image quality and verifies pertinent patient and procedural information; performs CT procedures, patient positioning and immobilization, and radiation exposures as requested by the physician. It also includes administering contrast agents and performing intravenous injections, assisting radiologists with biopsies and drainage procedures using sterile techniques, maintaining working knowledge of CT information systems such as Radiant and PACS, and participating in an on-call rotation as required. The posting notes that this is a weekend-only/option role at Maryview Medical Center and lists 36 scheduled weekly hours. The stated pay range is $33.31 to $51.63.
Requirements
- Certification and registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology is required.
- 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.
- Skills in communication, interpersonal relations, computer literacy, patient-based care, maintaining a calm demeanor, critical thinking, safety, attention to detail, escalating concerns, teamwork, customer service, maintaining a positive attitude, and following directions.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
- Advanced modality registration in CT through ARRT, or obtain it within two years.
- State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
- One year of experience as a CT or radiologic technologist.
- Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Training in a picture archiving and communication system (PACS).
Responsibilities
- Assure the quality of images and confirm that pertinent patient and procedural data is correct.
- Perform computed tomography procedures.
- Perform timeouts as required by policy.
- Position and immobilize patients appropriately on CT scanning cradles to obtain the desired position.
- Make radiation exposures by energizing the scanner according to physician request and patient history.
- Perform intravenous injections; demonstrate knowledge of the use and care of existing IVs; and administer oral, rectal, and IV radiographic contrast agents specific to procedures.
- Assist the radiologist with biopsies, drainage procedures, and similar procedures using sterile techniques and safe, effective use of contrast and radiation materials.
- Maintain working knowledge of CT IT systems, including Radiant and PACS.
- Participate in the on-call rotation as required.
- Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
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.
- Potential sign-on bonus of up to $35,000.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
