CT Technologist (PRN)

Baptist Health • Homewood, AL

2d

About The Position

The CT Technologist provides quality patient care while performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation or intervention. The role requires adherence to radiation safety principles, applicable regulations, quality control standards, and Baptist Health policies. The technologist assesses patient needs, prepares and positions patients and equipment, produces and evaluates diagnostic images, and administers contrast medication as prescribed. The position also supports patient safety, student and new-technologist training, equipment and work-area upkeep, and patient transport.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Alabama.
• One of the following certifications: ARRT (R), ARRT (CT), or NMTCB (CT).

Responsibilities

• Exercise professional judgment when performing services and maintain a demeanor that supports quality care.
• Deliver appropriate care, recognize patient conditions, and ensure successful completion of procedures.
• Comply with state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
• Adhere to Baptist Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
• Assess patients’ physical conditions and age-specific needs.
• Provide instructions that encourage patient cooperation and achieve desired results.
• Identify patients correctly, obtain clinical histories, and ensure information is accurately documented.
• Position patients, equipment, and associated devices, and adjust technical factors to obtain high-quality images.
• Assess diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, patient identification, and demonstration of relevant anatomy.
• Apply radiation safety principles to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Comply with quality control standards and participate in quality control tasks.
• Administer contrast medication with and without power injectors.
• Perform venipuncture and evaluate IV access for contrast administration as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Provide medical aid in cases of adverse reactions to contrast medication or other emergencies.
• Use standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
• Assist with supervision of student technologists and training of new technologists.
• Use Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Ensure the safety of customers.
• Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with applicable policies and laws.
• Comply with Baptist Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment.
• Keep work areas well-stocked and organized.
• Provide patient transport.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with matching.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid Time Off, up to five weeks to start.
• Life insurance.
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP).
• Family Care for childcare, elder care, and pet care.
• Educational benefits, including tuition reimbursement and monthly payments to help pay down graduated school debt.
• Benefits start on day one.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree