CT Tech

CommonSpirit Health; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a CT Technologist in Colorado Springs to produce high-quality CT images while ensuring patient safety and compassionate care. You will lead and support the imaging team, act as a clinical resource, and uphold radiation safety standards in every procedure.

The role requires ARRT CT certification or equivalent, BLS, and at least one year of CT experience. You will join Penrose - St.

Qualifications

• ARRT (CT) or equivalent registry required; ARRT(R) with CT training acceptable.
• State radiology license where applicable and BLS (American Heart Association).
• Minimum one year of related CT experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic CT imaging procedures with attention to ALARA.
• Demonstrates patient safety and quality imaging in a clinical setting.
• Communicates with patients and teams, providing leadership as needed.
• Serves as a clinical resource for unit personnel and staff.
• Observe and document patient condition and any unusual occurrences.
• Assist with IV starts and contrast administration as required.

Skills

Patient care

Radiology safety

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Associate's/Bachelor's preferred

High School/GED required

Tools

CT imaging equipment

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our CT Tech, you will perform high-quality CT images and exams, providing essential patient care within the medical imaging department while maintaining sensitivity to patient needs.

Every day you will follow standards of safe radiation practice, demonstrate leadership for other associate technologists, act as a clinical resource to unit personnel, and assure current standards of practice for the unit.

To be successful in this role, you will possess expert technical skills in CT imaging, a strong commitment to patient safety and radiation practice, excellent communication skills for patient interaction and team leadership, and the ability to serve as a valuable clinical resource.

• Performs diagnostic imaging procedures, providing safety for self, patients and all other individuals.
• Practices all rules and regulations pertaining to radiation safety, reducing personal and patient exposure to 'as low as reasonably achievable' (ALARA).
• Produces quality images in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
• Provides information and instruction to patient and/or family regarding the procedure and responds to their physical and emotional needs.
• Observes patient and equipment during the procedure and reports/documents unusual occurrences and records patient’s condition.
• Performs IV starts and contrast administration as required.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• ARRT (CT), ARRT(N), ARRT(T) or CNMT registry required or ARRT (R) with CT training
• State Radiology Tech license for those working at a Kansas site
• BLS, American Heart Association
• One (1) year of related experience

Preferred

• Associate's Degree, is strongly preferred
• Bachelor's Degree

Where You'll Work

Penrose - St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St. Francis Hospital - Interquest. Penrose Hospital serves as the anchor hospital of Penrose-St. Francis Health Services with 300-licensed beds and the ability to provide tertiary (high tech) medical-surgical services with an emphasis on elective and outpatient care. Established in 1890, Penrose Hospital has grown to become a major health treatment and referral center, specializing in cancer care, cardiac care, emergency trauma care and physical rehabilitation. It's an incredible time to join us as we are a proud Magnet Hospital with designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas like Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.