Ct Tech Non-Registered, Computed Tomography Tech - Imaging

Jobtome; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a CT Technologist to perform routine and advanced imaging, support fellow technologists, and help maintain patient flow. The role requires flexibility to work across shifts and campuses, with responsibilities including QA, image processing, PACS, and adherence to imaging competencies.

Candidates should have graduate radiology credentials, CT certification, state licensure, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or equivalent.
• 1 year CT experience in a hospital or clinical setting preferred.
• Basic computer experience required.
• State licensure requirements applicable to LA/TX.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT imaging procedures and supports other imaging staff as needed.
• Troubleshoots basic image processing and PACS issues; participates in QA.
• Maintains patient safety, confidentiality, and workflow efficiency.
• Adapts procedures to patient needs and adheres to department policies.
• Demonstrates flexibility by working various shifts and campuses as needed.
• Ensures exams are properly scanned and stored in PACS; follows downtime procedures.

Skills

Basic computer experience

Education

Radiology Technology degree or equivalent

ARRT CT certification

Louisiana state licensure LRT

Texas MRT licensure

Job description

Description Summary

The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The CT Technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The CT Technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. The Technologist is expected to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The Technologist will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
• Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
• Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
• Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
• Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
• Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
• Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager’s license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies.
• Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
• Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
• Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and elevate any problem(s).
• Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel;
  does appropriate follow-up.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
• Experience 1 year of CT experience in a hospital or clinical setting preferred
• Basic computer experience required
• Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
• One of the following primary modality certifications is required: Radiography (R) by ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technology by ARRT or NMTCB Computed Tomography (CT) by ARRT or NMTCB preferred
• State Licensure required Texas: MRT by TMB Louisiana: LRT (R), (N), or (F) by LSRTBE
• BLS required
• Work Schedule: PRN
• Work Type: Per Diem As Needed