Permanent - Computed Tomography Technologist

7p-7a W-F/Th-Sa

Principal Accountabilities

• Performs CT scans on patients: Prepares patients for CT scan, explains procedure, administers contrast when necessary, positions patients for the CT scan, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the scan.
• Enters and monitors patient data.
• Performs quality assurance on CT equipment. May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation.
• May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation.
• Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to department management.
• Takes emergency call within the department. May be required to work weekends and float to other locations as needed.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited shhool of Radiologic Technology
• Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support, required.
• Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required; and
• Registered CT Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-CT) or
• Minimum of one year of experience as a Computed Tomography Technologist or two years of experience as a Radiological Technologist with CT education or experience, preferred.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB(CT)) in computed tomography or one of the following along with documented training on the provision of diagnostic CT exams:

• Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R) or
• Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-N) or
• Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
• Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
• Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.
• Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.
• A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.
• Effective interpersonal/communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.

Requirements:
• COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.

BENEFITS

• DENTAL INSURANCE
• MEDICAL INSURANCE
• VISION INSURANCE
• LIFE INSURANCE
• RETIREMENT
• EQUITY
• PAID TIME OFF
• OTHER

ABOUT HEALTHCARE STAFFING PLUS

Healthcare Staffing Plus is a US based national per diem, local contract, and locum tenens agency. We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Indiana just outside of Louisville, KY.


With close to 24 years of non-clinical healthcare experience that includes 16 years of solid medical staffing and recruiting experience, we deliver on our promise of adhering to strict and ethical recruiting standards handled with the utmost professionalism. Never resting on our laurels of sourcing candidates thoroughly and presenting our clients only the cream of the crop.