CT Technologist

Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center located in Central Florida. With a legacy spanning over a century, it has been dedicated to serving our community with excellence in healthcare. As the only Provisional Level 1 Trauma center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties, and the second busiest Emergency Department in the US, Lakeland Regional Health is committed to providing high‑quality care to our diverse patient population. The facility is licensed for 910 beds and handles over 200,000 emergency room visits annually, along with 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits. Active - Benefit Eligible and Accrues Time Off Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 72.00 Shift: Monday, Tuesday 10:30 - 23:00 and Friday 10:30 - 23:00 Location: 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL Position Summary Performs computed tomography procedures, reformats the computed tomography data that creates images needed for diagnosis, and performs interventional and therapeutic procedures related techniques, producing data at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. Recognizes patient conditions essential for the successful completion of the procedure. Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws or lawful institutional policy. Position Responsibilities Perform computed tomography procedures as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner. Assist a licensed independent practitioner with interventional computed tomography procedures. Select appropriate technical factors with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition. Manipulate and reconstruct data for interpretation. Archive data as appropriate and document patient exposures. Verify patient identification and the procedure requested or prescribed and that the patient has consented to the procedure. Review all available patient medical record information to verify the appropriateness of the procedure requested or prescribed. Assess factors that may negatively affect the procedure. Assess patient for renal function prior to contrast media administration. Assess patient risk for allergic reaction to contrast media prior to administration. Determine the appropriate type and dose of contrast media to be administered, based on established protocols. Determine the need for and select supplies, accessory equipment, shielding, positioning, and immobilization devices. Provide an accurate explanation and instructions at an appropriate time and at a level the patient and their care providers can understand. Address questions and concerns regarding the procedure. Use a power injector for administration of medication through PICC line catheter or port specifically for power injectors is available following manufacturer guidelines regarding infusion rate and pressure. Use radiation shielding devices. Use technical factors according to equipment specifications to minimize radiation exposure to the patient while maintaining image quality. Confirm patient position matches the selected scanning orientation parameters. Determine optimum placement of electrocardiogram (ECG) electrodes and correctly identify ECG wave trigger. Maintain current information on equipment, materials and processes. Perform ongoing quality assurance activities. Perform quality control testing of equipment. When appropriate, wear one or more personal radiation monitoring devices at the location indicated by the radiation safety officer or designee. Maintain current knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards as published by the Joint Commission, CMS, ACR and the Florida DOH. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications & Experience Essential Qualifications Associate Degree Graduate of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology (Accredited by JRCERT or recognized regional college accreditation). Basic Cardiac Life Support Certified Radiologic Technologist R.T. Computed Tomography R.T. Radiography Basic knowledge and skills obtained through the completion of a JRCERT approved program in Radiologic Technology as well as the knowledge and skills obtained through completion of an approved course in Computed Tomography. Nonessential Qualifications Bachelor Degree Any major Certification Preferred CT certification. If not CT certified, CT certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire. Experience Essential: No experience necessary if a new graduate with an advanced registry (CT). Preferred: Two years of full‑time experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr