CT Tech Featured Job
About The Position
Under a radiologist's or supervisor's direction, the CT Technologist performs computerized tomography procedures. The role involves technical procedures requiring independent judgment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis and to perform data entry using appropriate hospital software. The technologist applies specialized technical skills, critical thinking, problem-solving, and medical knowledge, including anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. The role also involves correlating patient data and applying physics principles to obtain optimal diagnostic images. The hourly pay rate is $35.52–$52.39. The night shift differential is 18% of base pay, and the weekend shift differential is 8% of base pay.
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree in Radiography and/or a completed certificate program in CT.
- AZ Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) and ARRT (R), or one of the listed AZ Certified Nuclear Med Technologist (CNMT) credentials, or AZ Certified Radiation Therapy Technologist (CTT) and ARRT (T), and AZ Certified CT Technologist (CTCT).
- A Preceptor/Temporary license is acceptable at hire; ARRT (CT) must be obtained within two years.
- BLS card from an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center required upon hire or transfer.
- Must have a valid Level 1 (I) Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or submit a completed Affidavit at hire; must complete the fingerprint clearance card application within seven days of hire and present the card within 90 days of applying.
- Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served, including knowledge of lifespan growth and development and the ability to assess and interpret patient data and provide care according to departmental policies and procedures.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English effectively.
Nice To Haves
- One year of medical imaging-related experience demonstrating understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- One year of CT experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform computerized tomography procedures under a radiologist's or supervisor's direction.
- Apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis using independent judgment.
- Perform data entry using appropriate hospital software packages.
- Correlate related patient data and apply physics principles to obtain optimal images for diagnosis.
- Provide age-appropriate patient care based on patient status and age-specific needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
