ARRT CT Technologist - PRN Evenings & Weekends

ARRT CT Technologist - PRN Evenings & Weekends

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

Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary: Deliver exceptional healthcare services by utilizing ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic images for licensed practitioners. This role extends to performing Computed Tomography (CT) procedures, capturing detailed cross-sectional anatomical images.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform CT scans, ensuring patient history aligns with the procedure and documentation is accurate 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 area of interest.
• Apply radiation safety principles to protect patients, self, and others.
• Assist licensed practitioners with interventional CT procedures, maintaining aseptic techniques.
• Address patients' physical and emotional needs throughout procedures.
• Perform venipunctures and manage equipment for contrast administration and patient monitoring.
• Prepare, identify, and administer contrast media or medications as prescribed.
• Evaluate image quality and adjust display parameters as needed.
• Initiate basic life support when necessary.
• Complete all required computer documentation including patient histories and exam charges.
• Educate patients about tests and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area, restock supplies, and report equipment issues.
• Contribute to supply decisions and provide practical instruction to students or healthcare professionals.
• Participate in quality assessment and improvement initiatives, including quality control duties.
• Support other departmental areas as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of sterile supplies and aseptic techniques relevant to CT procedures.
• Recognize anatomical structures using computer-generated imaging systems.
• Utilize 3D workstations for image reformatting and reconstruction.
• Manage imaging media release to authorized parties.

Education and Experience:

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

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.

Work Shift: Varied shifts including evenings and weekends.

This position is located in a regional healthcare setting within the Midwest United States.