CT Technologist Lead

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness

Where Compassion Meets Innovation: Your Career at AZ General Hospital Laveen

Are you ready to be part of something bigger? At AZ General Hospital Laveen, we're not just a healthcare facility - we're a close-knit community dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of our neighbors. As a 16-bed non-profit hospital, we offer a unique opportunity to provide highly personalized, quality healthcare right here in Laveen, Arizona, and the surrounding areas.

Join a Legacy of Care, Shape the Future of Health.

We are a proud member of CommonSpirit Health, a national leader operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states. This means immense resources, unparalleled opportunities for growth, and the chance to contribute to making healthcare accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.

But at Laveen, you'll experience the best of both worlds:

• The Power of Proximity: In our intimate 16-bed setting, you'll foster deeper connections with your patients, their families, and your colleagues. You'll truly see the impact of your work every single day.
• A Collaborative Spirit: We work hand-in-hand with SJHMC Arizona, fostering a dynamic environment of shared knowledge and best practices. You'll be part of a team that thrives on innovation and mutual support.
• Impactful Innovation: We believe in delivering care in new and innovative ways. If you're someone who thinks creatively, embraces challenges, and is eager to explore cutting-edge solutions, you'll find your perfect home here.

If these values resonate with you, and you're ready to contribute your skills, compassion, and innovative spirit to a team that truly cares, then you belong with us.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our CT Technologist Lead, you will utilize your expertise to capture precise diagnostic images, enabling our Radiologists to accurately diagnose and/or rule out diverse medical conditions.

Every day, you will adeptly create detailed cross-sectional images of the skeleton, tissues, and internal organs. Your compassionate interaction and skill in patient care will be crucial, as you play a significant role in fostering a positive and comforting patient experience throughout the imaging process.

To be successful in this role, you will deeply understand the critical importance of diagnostic imaging. This includes a comprehensive knowledge of general imaging workflow, various patient positioning techniques, and the ability to consistently capture clear results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses that guide effective patient care.

• Performs CT scans based on current protocols and/or radiologist recommendations. CT scans include but are not limited to: Trauma/ER, Perfusions, Routine Body, Routine Neuro, Cardiac and Interventional Procedures, Utilizes good radiation safety practices for patients, self and others. Uses ALARA on every exam when selecting parameters for exam based on patient age and habitats.
• Displays competency performing procedures; follows National Patient Safety Goals for two patient identifier, hand hygiene and universal precautions. Always produces high quality diagnostic exams.
• Accurately enters, selects and/or merges the correct patient identification information on the scanner and in PAC system.
• Accurately and proficiently performs work-ups, such as perfusions & reconstructions, on the 3-D workstation
• Accurately and thoroughly completes hospital/department specific forms per protocol. Completes exams in Radnet. Completes incident reports/extravasations forms. Completes patient contrast information forms.
• Scans in documentation as required into PACS

Job Requirements

Required

• Completion of approved American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) or equivalent approved Radiologic Technologist Program
• Registered Technologist Computed Tomography
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT
• Medical Radiographer: AZ
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CT CPRBLS)
• CT Radiology Tech: AZ
• Five years of rad tech experience