Cat Scan Technologist

Memorial Physician Practices; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: $8,000

Night shift schedule

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and disability options

Job summary

Harris Regional Hospital in Sylva, NC is seeking a CT Tech to join our imaging team for the night shift. A $8,000 sign-on bonus is offered with a 2-year commitment.

You will review orders, educate patients, prepare contrast, monitor procedures, maintain safety and quality, and troubleshoot equipment.

Requirements include ARRT registration, BLS, ACLS and PALS within stated timelines, and 1 year of experience preferred; ASLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a 2 year certificate or higher and ARRT registration.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.
• ASLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam.
• Prepares and administers contrast media within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition and responds to changes.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Implements safety standards and quality control.
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions as needed.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedures.
• Analyzes results and addresses image quality issues.

Skills

ARRT registration

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Experience emphasis

Education

2 year certificate

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ARRT registration

Job description

$8,000 sign on bonus. (A 2-year commitment period is required. The Bonus payout occurs over the 2-year period.)

Schedule: Nights

Your experience matters. Harris Regional is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Cat Scan Tech (CT Tech) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Our goal is to provide convenient care when you need it most. We're available to provide efficient, quality medical care for urgent medical needs that do not require emergency care. We offer general/urgent care, x-ray, laboratory services, urine drug screenings and occupational health.

How you'll contribute

A CT Tech who excels in this role:

Reviews patient history and physician's orders.

Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.

When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.

Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.

Prepares equipment and supplies.

Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.

Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.

Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).

Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.

Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and

repeating procedure.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Must have a 2 year certificate, associate degree, or bachelor's degree as well as a current ARRT registration. Additional requirements include:

Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.

ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.

One year of experience preferred

ASLS certification preferred

More about Harris Regional

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Harris Regional Hospital is an 86-bed acute care facility, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, women's care, and emergency medicine, as well as sports medicine, physical therapy, imaging and laboratory services, and many other areas of subspecialty care.

EEOC Statement

"Harris Regional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harris Regional is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.