PRN CT Technologist Float

Akumin®; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA accounts with employerContrib

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO and sick time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking a CT Technologist to perform high quality CT studies with a focus on patient safety and effective communication with radiologists and staff.

The role involves training new technologists and/or patient coordinators and troubleshooting scanners and related equipment. Candidates should have ARRT CT (or NMTCB) certification, state licensure, CPR, and a strong customer service mindset.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred.
• ARRT CT certification; NMTCB CT acceptable in lieu of ARRT where allowed.
• State license to practice Medical Imaging.
• CPR certification.
• Active State Driver’s License if moved between sites.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety, including pre-screening for contraindications to radiation and contrast.
• Produce high quality diagnostic CT images.
• Communicate with radiologists and customers as needed.
• Train new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.
• Troubleshoot scanner and peripheral equipment (monitors, PACS, etc.).

Skills

Patient safety

Communication skills

Trains others

Customer service

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

ARRT CT certification

NMTCB CT certification acceptable

State license

CPR certification

Job description

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.

We are currently hiring for a CT Technologist at our South Florida facilities facilities. This will be a PRN position.

CT Technologist

is responsible for patient safety and the performance of high quality CT studies. Responsible for ensuring effective communication with customers, including radiologists as necessary. In some instances, trains new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Ensures Patient Safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications to radiation and contrast injections. Also, the use of aseptic injection techniques.
• Produces high quality diagnostic images.
• Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists.
• Trains new technologist and/or PC's.
• Trouble-shoots the scanner, coach and all peripheral equipment (including: monitors, PACS, etc.).

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience; Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Registered Computed Tomography Technologists by the ARRT.
  • If allowable by state where service is provided certification by the NMTCB in Computed Tomography acceptable in lieu of ARRT registry.
• State license.
  • Licensed in Medical Imaging, if applicable.
• CPR certification.
• Technologists performing mid-day moves.
  • Active State Driver’s License.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs
• The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.
• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

• More than 50% of the time:
  • Sit, stand, walk.
  • Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
  • See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.
• Less than 50% of the time:
  • Stoop, kneel or crawl.
  • Climb and balance.
  • Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

At Akumin, we invest in the well-being of our employees, so you can bring your best self to work each day. You can expect to see the following benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Cross training opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA accounts with employer contributions
• 401(k) eligibility with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Defined PTO and sick time programs

Eligibility for benefits will vary based on role type and hours worked.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.