Senior CT Technologist

Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest•Springdale, AR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

A Senior CT Technologist is an Expert Technologist with the ability to perform quality CT exams in a safe and timely manner, while providing excellent patient care. May serve as a Preceptor to other staff members. May act as Lead when Lead CT Technologist is out.

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college program or technical school or nursing diploma
Direct - 6 years of experience
1 of the following certifications is required - Radiologic Technologist License - Arkansas Department of Health

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university
Direct - Pediatric
ARRT - Computed Tomography (CT) - American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT)
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

Responsibilities

Verifies exams as ordered by physician.
Is an expert, and may serve as a Preceptor to perform correct scan protocols in an effort to decrease radiation exposure to patients.
Is an expert in, and may serve as a Preceptor in the adherence to all radiation safety recommendations, including patient shielding. ALARA.
Is an expert, and may serve as a Preceptor in the proper administration of IV and oral contrast.
May serve as a Preceptor in the explanation of exams/procedures to patients and families.
Ensures that work area is properly maintained.
Is an expert, and may serve as a Preceptor in utilization of current or new and evolving technologies in CT.
Maintains equipment and requests service as needed.
Participates in performance improvement activities. Complies with all TJC, state, federal, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols.
Performs other duties as assigned.