Adult CT Technologist - PRN

CT Technologist - PRN- Adult

Under general supervision, produces specialized images to aid the medical staff in the proper diagnosis and treatment of patients using computed tomography equipment.

PRN POSITIONS REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF 2 SHIFTS/MONTH. These positions are available in levels 1,2,or 3 depending on experience, education, and licenses/certifications.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Operates a computed tomography (CT) scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs of a patient's body for diagnostic purposes.
• Informs patient of the procedure positions and immobilizes patient and set up any supportive devices necessary to obtain an adequate scan.
• Provide patient care that is essential to the performance of a variety of procedures
• Position patients so desired anatomy will be demonstrated
• Administer contrast/medication in conjunction with imaging procedure.
• Responsible for entering technical data into the computer; evaluates the radiographs and computer generated information to ensure technical quality.
• Serves as a resource person for hospital and medical staff.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications (Level 1):

Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiography program or within six (6) weeks of graduation. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited educational program with emphasis in a primary cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty as defined by the ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI preferred.

Experience: 0-3 years of experience required. CT experience preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Registration from the American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT) required within 6 months of hire. Advanced Certification in CT by the ARRT required within 12 months of hire. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Minimum Qualifications (Level 2):

Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiography program. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited educational program with emphasis in a primary cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty as defined by the ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI preferred.

Experience: 3-5years full-time experience as a certified or registered cardiovascular or radiologic technology professional required. Experience in the specialty required by the hiring department preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: CT credentials required by the hiring department must be current upon hire or advancement. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of Computer Aided Tomography. Good communication skills, able to communicate in a positive clear manner with staff, patients, physicians and other hospital employees. Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care. Ability to organize and analyze statistical data.