Lead Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Tech) - West Hospital

Mercy Health • Cincinnati, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America) Mercy Health Lead CT Tech – West Hospital Job Summary: The Lead CT Technologist leads the associates working in their department. They will utilize scanning equipment to produce diagnostic CT scans and provide treatment of patients.

Requirements

• Associate's from an ARRT accredited institute (preferred)
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) (required)
• Advanced modality registration in CT, ARRT (preferred, or must obtain within 1 year)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• 1 year of experience as a CT or Rad Tech (required)

Nice To Haves

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates leadership behavior to maintain proper staffing levels and assigns call.
• Maintains accreditation and regulatory compliance of CT department.
• Confirms the quality and accuracy of all pertinent patient and procedural data.
• Properly position and immobilize patients on CT scanning cradles
• Makes radiation exposures by energizing scanner per request and patient history.
• Performs intravenous injections and demonstrates a knowledge of IVs, administers oral, rectal, and IV radiographic contracts agents.
• Assists the radiologist with biopsies and drainage procedures.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all CT IT systems, including Radiant and PACS.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/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 and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree