Cat Scan Technologist ( CT ) Acute, University Hospital - Full Time

Shifts Available : 

• Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Monday 12:00 PM to 8:00PM with holidays that fall on shift. Call Required
• Monday through Thursday 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Rotating call, weekends and holidays required.
• Monday through Friday 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Rotating call, weekends and holidays required.
• Tuesday through Friday 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Rotating call, weekends and holidays required.

Work Arrangement : On-Site
Department : Radiology – Cat Scan

Facility : University Hospital – 1 Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO
Compensation :

• Base Pay Range: $32.82 - $53.57 per hour, based on experience
• Shift Differentials:
  • Additional $2.00 per hour for evening shift
  • Additional $4.00 per hour for night shift
  • Additional $3.50 per hour for weekends

• Choose Between Sign-On Bonus -OR- Retention Rewards
  • Sign-On Bonus: $10,000
  • Retention Rewards: Up to $15,000
    • Relocation Support: Additional $5,000 if moving from over 50 miles away
    • Retention Reward (Option 1): $2,000 per year for up to 5 years, totaling $10,000
    • Student Loan Repayment (Option 2): $2,000 per year toward student loans, up to 5 years, totaling $10,000
  • Note: Details will be provided during the HR interview. Policy language is available upon request.

ABOUT THE JOB

Perform complex tasks associated with the operation of advanced imaging protocols such as CT Colonography, CT Cardiac, Stroke perfusion, Trauma and imaging for Radiation Therapy Planning. Assist with procedure protocols and performance for a vast range of acuity level of patients such as ICU, Trauma, General Anesthesia, Sedation and IP in order to provide for the psychological and physical needs of patients for imaging Evaluate images for technical quality, label with the appropriate Priority level to flow to correct list for reading by the Radiologist. Maintain accurate patient records. Provide orientation for new technologists. Understand and use the image archival system (PACS). Operate specialized equipment such as the interoperative CT unit - AIRO CT unit, an insufflator for CT Colonography and the integrated CT unit - Nexarus Edge Plus Artis System for biopsies and procedures. Provide education and training for student technologists. Assist with education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, fellows and attending’s) if applicable. Assist radiologists and physicists in developing new protocols and techniques that are unique to MUHC. May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

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.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one 
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays 
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) 
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

• Perform complex tasks associated with the operation of advanced imaging protocols such as CT Colonography, CT Cardiac, Stroke perfusion, Trauma, and imaging for Radiation Therapy Planning. Assist with procedure protocols and performance for a vast range of acuity levels of patients such as ICU, Trauma, General Anesthesia, Sedation, and IP in order to provide for the psychological and physical needs of patients for imaging.
• Evaluate images for technical quality, label with the appropriate Priority level to flow to the correct list for reading by the Radiologist. Maintain accurate patient records. Provide orientation for new technologists. Understand and use the image archival system (PACS). Operate specialized equipment such as the interoperative CT unit AIRO CT unit, an insufflator for CT Colonography, and the integrated CT unit - Nexarus Edge Plus Artis System for biopsies and procedures.
• Provide education and training for student technologists. Assist with education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, fellows, and attendings) if applicable. Assist radiologists and physicists in developing new protocols and techniques that are unique to MUHC.
• 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) or the NMTCB(CT) by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).

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.

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.