CT Computed Tomography Technologist

SSM Health; St. Charles (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Payment Options via DailyPay

Upfront Tuition Coverage

Job summary

SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital in St. Charles, MO, seeks a CT technologist to perform computerized tomographic procedures for diagnosis in a fast-paced imaging department. The role involves positioning patients, selecting exam parameters, and administering contrast within regulatory guidelines.

Completion of Radiology/Nuclear Medicine/Radiation Therapy program and CT credential within 12 months of hire is required. No biopsy procedures are performed as part of this position.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Radiology Technology, Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy program
• CT credential within 12 months of hire date

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity; monitors protocols and recommends updates as warranted.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines; performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Radiology Technology, Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy program

CT credential within 12 months of hire

Job description

It’s more than a career, it’s a calling

MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

• Department: Imaging CT
• Schedule: full time weekends Fri - Sun 12 hours shifts
• Sign On Bonus - available for qualified applicants
• Relocation assistance - available for qualified applicants.
• Requirements: Completion of Radiology/Nuclear Medicine/Radiation Therapy program and CT credential within 12 months of hire date

Job Summary:

Performs computerized tomographic procedures for the diagnosis of disease and injury according to protocols established by radiologists. This position does not perform biopsy procedures.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES • Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately. • Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations. • Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted. • Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION • Completion of a Radiology Technology, Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy program

EXPERIENCE • No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Constant standing and walking. • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more). • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. • Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. • Frequent lifting/moving of patients. • Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry. • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. • Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors. • Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. • Rare kneeling and sitting.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS State of Work Location: Illinois • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) • And • ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • ARRT-T Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) • And • ARRT-CT Computed Tomography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • Computed Tomography (CT) Credential - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) • And • Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) • Or • Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) State of Work Location: Missouri, Oklahoma • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) • And • ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • ARRT-T Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) • And • ARRT-CT Computed Tomography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • Computed Tomography (CT) Credential - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) State of Work Location: Wisconsin • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) • And • ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • ARRT-T Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) • And • ARRT-CT Computed Tomography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) • Or • Computed Tomography (CT) Credential - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) • And • Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Work Shift:

Weekend Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

4200000002 CT Scan

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Benefits:

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay(fees may apply)before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage :we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.