CAT Scan Technologist

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc. seeks a PRN CT Technologist to perform diagnostic CT procedures and ensure high-quality exams in a pediatric-focused radiology department.

You will support education, safety lectures, and participate in procedure development, maintenance, and daily RIS responsibilities to improve patient care and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Completion of a JRCERT approved radiologic program.
• One year radiology experience preferred.
• One year pediatric imaging experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic CT scanning procedures to produce high-quality examinations.
• Assists in training imaging students and provides CT safety lectures.
• Maintains professional and technical competency with current literature and practices in diagnostic imaging.
• Participates in evaluation/development of new procedures and QA initiatives.
• Performs finalizing functions in RIS and ensures accurate patient information and charge capture.

Skills

CT safety

Student training

Quality improvement

Equipment maintenance

Patient education

Education

JRCERT approved radiologic program

Tools

RIS

CT imaging equipment

Job description

Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun, (Days Vary), Shifts Vary, 12am-11:30pm

Employee Type: PRN

Position Summary

This position performs diagnostic computerized tomography scanning procedures to produce consistently high quality examinations in accordance with all applicable standards, regulations and licensing requirements.

Position Duties

• This position receives supervision of work activities from the Mgr, Radiology and this position does not supervise any other position.
• Assists in training of imaging students as needed. Provide CT safety lectures to all hospital staff members as necessary.
• Maintains professional and technical competency through constantly pursuing knowledge and self-improvement by remaining apprised of current literature, practices, and new developments in the fields covered by diagnostic imaging.
• Participates in the evaluation and/or development of new procedures, protocols for imaging sequences, and quality improvement initiatives. Proactively evaluates practices and assists to create and implement changes to increase and enhance the effectiveness of methods.
• Performs diagnostic computerized tomography scanning procedures and exams. Determines proper techniques and positioning to ensure optimal results in accordance with all applicable standards and procedures.
• Performs finalizing functions, including, but not limited to, limited coding using radiology information system (RIS) to provide for timely and accurate patient information and charge capture. Archives records in accordance with Radiologist specifications.
• Performs regular equipment calibration and maintenance in accordance with established instructions. Identifies and troubleshoots malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations. Reports service needs and preventive maintenance issues as appropriate.
• Provides CT safety information and lectures to patients and families to ensure thorough understanding of procedure protocols.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications

Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.

Education

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Successful completion of a JRCERT approved radiologic program

Preferred Yes No

Experience

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. One year radiology experience Preferred Yes No 2. One year pediatric imaging experience Preferred Yes No

Additional Requirements

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Current Arizona Radiation Regulatory Agency MRTBE license Required Yes No 2. Current ARRT registration in CT (Must obtain within 1 year) Preferred Yes No 3. Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association Required Yes No

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

1. Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally 2. Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Constantly 3. Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly 4. Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly 5. Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Constantly 6. Physical Requirement - Reaching - Constantly 7. Physical Requirement - Sitting - Occasionally 8. Physical Requirement - Standing - Constantly 9. Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally 10. Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly 11. Physical Requirement - Walking - Constantly 12. Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly 13. Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Constantly 14. Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Constantly 15. Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Frequently 16. Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Constantly 17. Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Constantly 18. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable 19. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Confined areas - Applicable 20. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable 21. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable 22. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable 23. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable 24. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable 25. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable