CT Radiologic Technologist, FT

Unity-Health; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Health in Searcy, AR seeks a CT Radiologic Technologist for full-time in the Radiology department. The role involves performing CT scanning examinations and contributing to efficient patient care while maintaining safety standards.

Candidates should be graduates of an accredited radiologic technology program with ARRT certification preferred. Overtime, on-call duties, and disaster coverage may be required as workload demands.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.
• ARRT certification in Radiography and/or CT; prior experience preferred.
• Ability to operate CT equipment and manage patients.
• Knowledge of radiographic safety and contrast exams.
• Flexible to overtime, on-call, disaster work.
• Ability to communicate with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT scanning examinations to ensure quality patient care and efficient department operation.

Skills

CT scanning

Radiography technology

Patient care

Radiation safety

Communication with patients

On-call readiness

Education

Accredited radiologic technology program

ARRT Certification (Radiography/CT)

Tools

CT scanner operation

Imaging equipment maintenance

Job description

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CT Radiologic Technologist, FT

Full Time Technical Searcy, AR, US

22 days ago Requisition ID: 4138

1. Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.
2. Training and Experience: Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists in Radiography Technology and/or CT Technology. Prior experience preferred; extensive on the job training.
3. Job Knowledge: Ability to operate CT equipment; manage patients during radiology procedure; have knowledge of exams using contrast agents. Knowledge of radiographic equipment, radiation safety; flexibility to work overtime as needed as well as on-call duty and disaster work as required by workload and /unforeseen circumstances; must display a good understanding of age-related developmental issues of Neonate, Infant, Child, Adolescence, Adult and Geriatric follow oral and written instructions; communicate with patients, visitors and employees within the organization.
4. Safety Sensitive: YES In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as “safety sensitive.” A “safety sensitive” position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a “safety sensitive” position.

DESCRIPTION

Performs CT scanning examinations, contributing to the efficient operation of the department and promoting the philosophy, to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care.

Physical Effort: Worker is required to stand much of the day and work is moderately heavy. Extensive amounts of assisting, pushing, pulling and lifting patients is required. Workers must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow. Position requires ability to constantly lift objects heavier than 50 lb., perform difficult manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination skills, walk and stand for prolonged periods, see objects closely and hear normal sounds with some background noises. Worker must adjust to performing routine, repetitive tasks without specific supervision. Worker will be performing within a radiation area. Employee may frequently be exposed to blood, body fluids/tissues and electromagnetic ionizing radiation as in CRT’s(VDT’s).

Mental Effort: Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption and attend to tasks for 20-45 minutes at a time. Individual must be able to understand and relate to the concepts behind specific ideas and remember multiple tasks given to self and others over long periods of time. Must be able to communicate verbally, using advanced level of vocabulary. Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients and families of all age groups, all radiology/nuclear medicine staff, referring physicians and residents, nursing scheduling, patient escort services and administration who may or may not be under physical and /or emotional stress. Frequent interaction with personnel in other departments and with vendors. The ability to maintain confidential information.