CT Technologist

Position Summary

The Multi-Modality CT Technologist performs Computed Tomography (CT) scans and other imaging procedures across multiple modalities in radiology to assist in accurate customer/patient diagnosis and treatment. The Multi-Modality CT Technologist operates advanced imaging equipment, ensuring customer/patient safety and comfort, following applicable protocols, and regulations, while collaborating with healthcare teams to produce high-quality diagnostic images.

Job Requirements

Location: Viera Hospital

Primary Accountabilities

• Maintains a safe environment with the operation of CT and diagnostic imaging and related equipment for patients/customers, coworkers, and self by adhering to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Performs a variety of procedures which may include general radiographic, fluoroscopic, emergency room, trauma, operating room, and portables.
• Screens patients properly for CT and diagnostic imaging exams and effectively documents and communicates pertinent and required information pre and post procedure performance.
• Positions customers/patients for CT scans and diagnostic imaging exams using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with department safety procedures and protocols.
• Produces images consistent with image quality standards and evaluate CT scans and diagnostic imaging exams for technical quality.
• Identifies, prepares and administers medications properly that are within the Technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Monitors patients during exams, observing for any adverse reactions or complications and taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Maintains flexibility, adapts to changes in workflow processes and the needs of the Health First organization based upon fluctuations in patient volume.
• Communicates effectively with customers (patients, LP, other Health First Associates, the public, etc.) always using excellent customer relation skills.
• Follows all Federal, State and Regional healthcare regulations and adhere to The Joint Commission (TJC) and American College of Radiology (ACR) standards.
• Provides orientation and education for new technologists and assist radiologists in developing new protocols and CT and diagnostic imaging techniques.

Work Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Completion of program or school accredited by American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Work Experience: None
• Licensure: General Radiographer licensure in the State of Florida.
• Certification:
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist – ARRT (R).
• Advanced American Registry for Radiologic Technologist – ARRT (CT) certification within two (2) years of start date.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained.
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
• Ability to report to applicable Health First facility within thirty (30) minutes when on call.
• Able to work effectively and efficiently in a stressful work environment and able to respond to life threatening situations.
• Demonstrates effective time management, critical thinking skills, and coordinates scheduling and patient flow.

Preffered Qualifications

• Work Experience: Prior CT and diagnostic imaging experience.
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Physically agile; requires walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching majority of the shift.
• Heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without assistance.
• May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or overhead.
• May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift.
• May be exposed to inside environments and outside environments with extreme temperatures, air contamination, dirt, grease, or water.
• May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• May operate various types of manual and motorized equipment used in the transportation of materials.
• May be exposed to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work position.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.
• Workspace may vary from open to confined.
• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.

Benefits

ABOUT HEALTH FIRST

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

Schedule : Per Diem

Shift Times : variable

Paygrade : PG-39