CT Technologist

IU Health • Portland, IN

3h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time CT Technologist opportunity at Jay Hospital. The schedule is Wednesday: 11:00 AM –11:30 PM, Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM, Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM. This role includes a holiday rotation and no call requirement.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
• Active status through one of the following: American Registry of Radiology Technology (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Radiography , RT(R) or Nuclear Medicine, RT(NM); or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB): Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT).
• Advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT) through ARRT or NMTCB within 12 months of hire.
• Current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT scanner, prepares and positions patients.
• Screens patients for safe scanning and safe administration of contrast.
• Obtains IV access, and administers contrast as required and is familiar with recognizing and responding to adverse contrast events.
• Possesses knowledge of scan protocols and selection of appropriate protocol to address clinical concerns.
• Adjusts scan parameters to ensure diagnostic images.
• Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians.
• Follows radiation safety protocols.
• Performs routine QC on equipment.
• Stays current with continuing education.
• Assists in medical alert situations.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and members of the care team.
• Documents necessary information in EMR.
• Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed