Local Contract - Computed Tomography Technologist

Job Title: Local Contract - Computed Tomography Technologist


N umber of positions: 1

Years of experience: One to three years


Shift: Night shifts- 40 hours


Duration: 13 weeks

Start Date: 03/24/2024

Hourly pay: $49.50

OT : 1.5

Weekly Pay : $1,856.25

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

Department: Computerized Tomography CT

Shift timings: 15:00 - 23:30 Monday to firday (5 Days/8 Hours)

Per Week: 40 Hours

BLS, ARRT, WI license. Call: based on department needs - currently 2 week nights per pay period (2 week span) - only used if third shift calls in sick, every other weekend call - second or third shift rotation, holidays - rotated with staff and would be second or third shift hours.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Using computerized tomography equipment to capture diagnostic images of patients' internal organs and tissues.
• Appropriately positioning patients to scan specific areas of their bodies.
• Performing regular warm-up sequences on the CT scanner to prolong the life of the X-ray tubes.
• Sterilizing radiologic equipment to ensure the safety of patients.
• Correctly interpreting doctors' written scanning instructions.
• Administering radiocontrast agents to patients to enhance the visibility of internal organs and tissues.
• Evaluating CT scans to determine whether they are of good technical quality.
• Explaining scanning procedures to patients and providing reassurance and support as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: Siemens and GE scanners, current with x-ray as third shift is also x-ray tech, EPIC, Needs to be able to do both CT and x-ray for this role; may need to float onsite within skill set or to sites within 40 miles if needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• BLS and ACLS
• National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• The ability to stand for extended periods.
• Strong technical skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Passionate about patient care
• Requires a minimum of two years of current CT Tech experience.
• Graduate from a fully accredited Radiology Tech/CT Tech program
• Active unencumbered CT Tech Indiana state license
• One year of Cerner experience
• ARRT Certification

Requirements
• COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.

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.

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.