CT Technologist - Anderson Hospital

Mercy Health•Cincinnati, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist applies diagnostic imaging skills through the safe and effective use of CT scanning equipment, providing compassionate and timely direct patient care. The role assists in diagnosing and treating patients by producing diagnostic CT scans. The technologist assures image quality and accuracy of patient and procedure data, performs CT procedures and required timeouts, positions and immobilizes patients, and makes radiation exposures as directed by physician requests and patient history. The role also performs intravenous injections and administers oral, rectal, and IV contrast agents; assists radiologists with biopsies and drainage procedures using sterile techniques; maintains working knowledge of CT information systems, including Radiant and PACS; and participates in the on-call rotation as required. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

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.
Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute is preferred.
State licensure is preferred unless required by the state where the job is performed.
Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, computer literacy, patient-based care, calm demeanor, critical thinking, safety, attention to detail, concern escalation, teamwork, customer service, positive attitude, and ability to follow directions.

Nice To Haves

Advanced modality registration in CT through ARRT is preferred; if not held, it must be obtained within two years.
One year of experience as a CT Technologist or Radiologic Technologist is preferred.
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training is preferred.
Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training is preferred.
Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute is preferred.
State licensure is preferred unless required by the state where the job is performed.
BLS Basic Life Support certification is preferred at hire for BSMH locations.

Responsibilities

Assure the quality of images and confirm pertinent patient and procedure data are correct.
Perform computed tomography procedures.
Perform timeouts as required by policy.
Position and immobilize patients on CT scanning cradles to obtain the desired position.
Make radiation exposures by energizing 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 IV radiographic contrast agents specific to procedures.
Assist radiologists with biopsies, drainage procedures, and similar work 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.

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
Backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance
Professional development
Continuing education support