Cat Scan Technologist (CT Tech)

Memorial Physician Practices; Bryson City (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement package with company match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices is hiring a Cat Scan Tech in Bryson City, NC. This position, vital for community health, involves reviewing patient histories, performing imaging procedures, and ensuring quality results. We're looking for candidates with the necessary education and certifications, along with a passion for patient care.

Join a dedicated team focused on exceptional service and enjoy benefits such as medical coverage, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a current ARRT registration.
• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedures.

Skills

Patient education

Imaging procedure

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

2 year certificate, associate degree, or bachelor's degree

Tools

CT imaging equipment

Job description

$10,000 sign on bonus. (A 2-year commitment period is required. The Bonus payout occurs over the 2-year period.)

Schedule

Weekend Days

Your experience matters. Swain Community 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

Swain Community Hospital provides comprehensive diagnostic imaging and interventional services in comfortable, convenient surroundings. We are proud to offer a filmless environment, complete with a picture-achieving communication system (PACS). The PACS digitally stores and displays medical images allowing for immediate access to patient information and increased efficiency. Our radiologists are certified by the American Board of Radiology with extensive training and experience in all areas of technology. We offer our patients the latest technology in diagnostic testing while staying close to home.

How you'll contribute

• 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

• 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.

• 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 Swain Community

Swain Community Hospital is a 48-bed, fully-accredited critical access hospital located in Bryson City, NC, which has been serving the residents of Swain and Graham counties since 1948. The hospital, along with an outpatient physician practice, offers primary and inpatient care, as well as emergency, laboratory, imaging, rehabilitation, urology, cardiopulmonary, geriatric outpatient, pediatric and gastroenterology services, and a pain clinic.

EEOC Statement

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