Computed Tomography CT Radiology Technologist

CT Technologist

It's more than a career, it's a calling

OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital Midwest

Worker Type: Regular

Job Summary: Performs computerized tomographic procedures for the diagnosis of disease and injury according to protocols established by radiologists. This position must perform at least 3 of the following procedures: biopsy, TAVR, coronary, watchman, extremity work for OR planning, ablations or fiducial placement. Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department. This position performs plain films, fluoro, portables, and OR exams and/or plain films and Bone Density (BD registry required).

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must work at least 30% of FTE in secondary modality to be eligible for a Multiple Modality job.
• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
• Implements radiation protection and safety standards.
• Prepares, performs and assists the physician in special and advanced procedures.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Completion of a Radiology Technology, Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy program

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
• Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
• Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Rare kneeling and sitting.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• State of Work Location: Illinois• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)• And• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• ARRT-T Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)• And• ARRT-CT Computed Tomography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• Computed Tomography (CT) Credential - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)• And• Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)• Or• Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
• State of Work Location: Missouri, Oklahoma• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)• And• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• ARRT-T Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)• And• ARRT-CT Computed Tomography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• Computed Tomography (CT) Credential - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
• State of Work Location: Wisconsin• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)• And• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• ARRT-T Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)• And• ARRT-CT Computed Tomography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)• Or• Computed Tomography (CT) Credential - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)• And• Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America)

Job Type: Employee

Department: 4200000087 CT SCANNER 6163 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.