CT Tech FSED - Radiology

Kettering Health Network; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Network is seeking a CT Technologist in Springfield, Ohio for a full-time position with a varied shift. The role requires performing CT work across equipment types, collaborating with physicians, and training students as needed.

Candidate must hold Ohio Radiologic Technologist license, ARRT CT certification within 1 year, and an Ohio Radiographer license. Interaction with patients of all ages is essential and safety protocols must be followed.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio radiologic technologist license.
• ARRT CT certification within 1 year of employment.
• Eligible for Radiographer license in Ohio.
• Experience working with patients of various ages is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT work on multiple equipment types.
• Collaborate with radiologists and residents as needed.
• Train graduate and student technologists when applicable.
• Provide patient interaction and care throughout procedures.
• Follow radiation safety policies for operator and patient protection.
• Complete documentation and charges in EPIC.
• Assist with procedures and aseptic technique as required.

Skills

BLS Certification

Stand for long periods

Bend and lift

Work under time pressure

Learn new equipment

Professional interaction

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Job Details

Radiology | Springfield | Full-time | Varied Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

The CT Technologist will be a competent individual capable of performing with a minimum of supervision and using independent judgment. He/she must possess the ability to perform CT work on several different types of equipment, so that all work is completed in a timely, competent, and efficient manner. Technologists in this classification must function well together as a team and may be required to train both graduate and student technologists. He/she will be working in a medical environment with much interaction with patients, fellow workers, physicians, and visitors. The technologist will be responsible for all segments of patient populations, including infants, children, adults, and geriatric patients. Work hours can be irregular with the need to work overtime and to accept after hours call-ins. Performs other duties as assigned and helps out in other areas during low volume periods.

Required Licenses

• [Ohio, United States] Radiologic Technologist
• Registered as CT Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist within 1 year employment.
• Valid Ohio License as a Radiographer

Required Skills

• Current Basic Life Support certification
• The applicant is able to tolerate long periods of time standing during procedures
• The applicant has the ability to tolerate much bending, stooping, and lifting
• The applicant has the ability to work quickly and accurately under time pressure
• The applicant has the ability to operate new equipment and learn new procedures
• The applicant is mentally alert and physically active
• The applicant has the ability to deal tactfully and professionally with physicians, patients, and coworkers

Essential Functions

• Practices the art of computed tomography in accordance with currently accepted ethical and performance standards.
• Uses previously established positioning and exposure techniques to produce diagnostic images as necessary.
• Conforms to established radiation safety policies and procedures for operator and patient protection.
• Performs quality work utilizing the Radiology Accountability and Commitment to Quality (RACQ) in a timely manner.
• Assists with radiologist, radiology resident or other physicians as needed for various procedures or circumstances. Utilizes aseptic technique during patient procedure and intravenous access for CT tests and procedures.
• Follows established Kettering Health Network, Medical Imaging Department, Modality and other area policies and procedures as applicable.
• Takes inventory of supplies and reports low stock levels to appropriate individual responsible for inventory control.
• Provides daily cleanliness of work areas and equipment.
• Completes all documentation and charges in EPIC as necessary.
• Practices and adheres to infection control policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of one year in Radiologic Technology
• The knowledge of computer operation
• will perform XR and CT
• holiday rotation
• schedule is rotating every third weekend

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio.Our mission is to live God's love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.