CT Technologist

Sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 44,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health, the nation's leading rural health system, seeks a CT Technologist to perform diagnostic CT scans and deliver high-quality imaging. You will interact with patients, physicians, and families, ensuring safety and comfort while applying professional judgment.

Requirements include AMA/JR experience, ARRT certification, and eligibility for ND licensure if working in North Dakota. The role involves varied shifts, on-call potential, and a 40-hour work week with a $32.00–$46.50 hourly

Qualifications

• Completion of AMA approved Radiologic Technology program or JCERT accredited program.
• ARRT certification required at time of hire.
• CT cert within two years preferred; ND licensure if practicing in ND.
• Iowa permit to practice required if working in Iowa.
• BLS and IV certification within six weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic CT scans producing high-quality images.
• Provide patient care and initiate life-support measures as needed; interact with patients, families and staff.
• Operate CT equipment and follow protocols; learn and adopt new technology.
• Possibly participate in on-call rotation nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT certification

NDMIRT licensure (North Dakota)

CT certification within 2 years

Iowa permit to practice (if applicable)

BLS and IV certification

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift

8 Hours - Varied Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

Salary Range: $32.00 - $46.50

$15,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year work commitment

Union Position

No

Summary

Performs diagnostic computed tomography (CT) scan images. Produces quality computed tomography exam images and exercise professional judgment in the performance of procedures.

Job Description

Provides for patient care and initiates life support measure as necessary. Interacts effectively with patients, physicians, family members, department staff, and healthcare workers.

Possesses the skills and knowledge to operate CT equipment to produce quality CT scans as well as the ability to perform related procedures and protocols. Has the ability to learn and utilize new technology as well as orient new employees. Possesses the ability to professionally obtain information from patients or their responsible parties to further improve their personalized treatment and care.

On a continuum, the CT Technologist works to develop an understanding of the patient's physical and emotional status. Works well with all age groups.

Sanford Rural Network Facilities sites may expand job responsibilities based on the needs of the facility, to include, but not limited to: on-call rotation nights, weekends, and holidays. Perform diagnostic radiology procedures. Perform basic diagnostic radiology tasks and aware of general radiology protocols. May perform mobile imaging, electrocardiogram (EKG), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic Technology training in an American Medical Association (AMA) approved school or Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JCERT) accredited program is required.
• Computerized Tomography (CT) training or experience preferred.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification is required at the time of hire.
• Per Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence (DICOE) and American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation requirements, CT certification obtained within two years is preferred.
• If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required.
• If working in Aberdeen, South Dakota (SD), CT certification is required within 24 months of hire.
• In the state of Iowa, all technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health in order to practice in the state of Iowa.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and I.V. certification within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary is required.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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