CT Technologist

Job Opportunity At MU Health CareShift: As needed for outpatient coverage. Varied hours between hours of operation – 8:00 AM to 7:30 PMWork Arrangement: On-Site Department: Outpatient Radiology – Missouri Imaging Center Compensation: Base Pay Range: $41.32 per hour, based on experienceAbout The Job: MU Health Care is looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented professional who excels in understanding data flow and is passionate about patient satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver, eager to collaborate with the management team to enhance departmental and facility operations. We seek someone who is dedicated to continuous improvement, both in systems and services, and who can effectively educate and mentor student technologists. This role requires a commitment to ethical patient care, adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to maintain and operate CT equipment with precision. If you are a motivated individual with a strong sense of integrity and a desire to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply and join our team.About MU Health Care: MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that's largely a result of the incredible culture and team we've built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.Detailed Job Description: Articulate precise understanding of how data flows in and out of modality work area. Be attentive to patient satisfaction results and collaborate with management team on ways to improve the department in general and facility overall. Seek ways to improve systems and services. Assist with the education and instruction of student technologists and all others rotating through the area to learn. Demonstrate ability to meet and sustain departmental expectations while completing work assignments as it pertains to patient care in an ethical manner.Maintain integrity of CT equipment with careful manipulation at all times. Adhere to Radiation safety regulations and standards. Demonstrate ability to prescribe low dose radiation in order to obtain quality images. Assist the Medical Physicist in performing quality assurance testing as needed. Demonstrate knowledge of data flow from CT modality to PACS system and Post Processing workstations. Demonstrate sustained ability when interacting with patients, to follow the AIDET principles (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Expectation and Thank You). Ensure confidentiality of all patient information is maintained. Maintain current certifications and licensure status. Understand time clock expectations and adhere to attendance and punctuality guidelines. May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.Required Qualifications: ARRT certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Computed Tomography (ARRT-CT) certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).Preferred Qualifications: Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.