ASCP CT Technologist - Night Shift

ASCP CT Technologist - Night Shift

Taunton, MN $62,099 - $83,099 a year

Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary: Deliver top-quality healthcare services by expertly using ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic images for licensed practitioners. This role extends to performing Computed Tomography (CT) and related procedures to capture detailed cross-sectional anatomical images.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform CT procedures, ensuring patient clinical history aligns with the exam and documenting all relevant information for practitioner use.
• Prepare patients by providing clear instructions to achieve optimal results, reduce anxiety, and encourage cooperation.
• Select and follow appropriate exam protocols as directed by Radiologists and adhere to established CT policies.
• Position and immobilize patients comfortably to best display the anatomical area of interest.
• Apply radiation safety principles to minimize exposure for patients, self, and others.
• Assist licensed practitioners with interventional CT procedures, maintaining aseptic techniques.
• Address both physical and psychological patient needs throughout procedures.
• Perform venipunctures as needed and manage equipment for contrast administration and patient monitoring.
• Evaluate image quality, adjust display parameters, and initiate basic life support when necessary.
• Complete all required computer documentation, including patient histories and exam charges.
• Educate patients about tests and procedures to foster understanding and comfort.
• Maintain assigned areas, report equipment issues, and contribute to supply management.
• Provide practical instruction to students and healthcare professionals.
• Participate in quality assessment and improvement initiatives, including quality control duties.
• Support other departmental areas as needed and uphold sterile supply knowledge and techniques.
• Utilize 3D workstations for image reformatting and reconstruction.
• Manage imaging media release to authorized parties.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiographic Technology.
• Computer proficiency.
• Experienced radiographer with foundational knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and CT procedures.

Licensure and Certifications:

• State certification as a radiologic technologist.
• Current R.T.(R) ARRT credential in good standing.
• R.T.(R)(CT) credential or commitment to obtain CT certification within two years of employment.

This position operates on a night shift schedule within a regional healthcare setting in the Midwest United States.