X-ray/CT Radiology Technologist

Altru Health System•Devils Lake, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist assures that a written physician order is received prior to an exam performance and collects pertinent information. The CT Technologist reviews exams on the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), checking for quality and completeness, and completes all necessary paperwork. The technologist demonstrates regard for patient's safety and comfort. Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO). At Altru, everything we do is underscored by a why—and that why is one another. We believe in the power of community and the difference we can make together. As the trusted healthcare provider in our region, we’re driven by a commitment to quality care and creating a supportive environment where every team member can thrive. Here, you’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, and experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back—taking your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be part of a small community with a big heart.

Requirements

Radiographer | North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Radiographer | American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) | Within 6 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Computed Tomography | American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) | Within 24 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 Days of Start Date | Learning Management System
Temporary ND license accepted prior to start
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Responsibilities

Provides the patient and family with appropriate education to optimize their understanding within scope of responsibility.
Assures that a proper order is received prior to an exam performance and collects pertinent information prior to performing exam.
Assists the Radiologist/physician with patient exams and notifies them of changes to the patient that may alter exam protocol and performance.
Reviews images for quality and completeness.
Verifies that all images are on Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) with appropriate paperwork scanned in and distributes exam for interpretation to appropriate radiologist at completion of exam.
Demonstrates regard for patients' safety and comfort during transportation, immobilization, and positioning of patient.
Prepares pharmaceutical vials for injection, calculates and measures dosage accurately, and administers orally or by intravenous injection (IV) the correct diagnostic or therapeutic dosage and completes all required records.
Maintains accurate and complete record of all material received, dispensed, decayed and disposed of.
Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.