CT Technologist - Women's Imaging Center - West Hospital - PRN

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Cincinnati, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist applies diagnostic imaging skills and safely operates CT scanning equipment to provide compassionate, timely direct patient care. The role assists with patient diagnosis and treatment by producing diagnostic CT scans. The position is in the Radiology - CT department at West Hospital and is listed as PRN, with a day/evening work shift.

Requirements

• Certification and registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH.
• Demonstrate communication, interpersonal, and computer literacy skills; commitment to patient-based care; calm demeanor; critical thinking; safety awareness; attention to detail; ability to escalate concerns; teamwork; customer service; positive attitude; and ability to follow directions.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
• Advanced modality registration in CT through ARRT, or ability to 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 or familiarity with EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Training or familiarity with a picture archiving communication system (PACS).

Responsibilities

• Ensure image quality and verify that pertinent patient and procedural data are correct.
• Perform computed tomography procedures.
• Perform timeouts as required by policy.
• Position and immobilize patients on CT scanning cradles using appropriate devices to obtain the desired position.
• Make radiation exposures by operating the scanner according to physician requests and patient history.
• Perform intravenous injections; demonstrate knowledge of the use and care of existing IVs; and administer oral, rectal, and intravenous radiographic contrast agents specific to procedures.
• Assist the radiologist with biopsies, drainage procedures, and similar procedures using sterile techniques and safe, effective handling of 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 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. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree