CT/Xray Technologist

Mercycare Service Corporation; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

A community-based healthcare provider in Hiawatha is looking for a CT Technologist to perform computed tomography procedures while adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess a CT certificate and a license to practice diagnostic radiography in Iowa. This position requires the ability to work collaboratively in a team, focusing on patient-centered care, and involves training new staff and students. Competitive hourly pay along with a potential sign-on bonus is available.

Qualifications

• One year experience in CT preferred.
• American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) or (CT) certificate required.
• Iowa Department of Public Health State Permit to Practice Diagnostic Radiography required.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic x-ray and CT exams according to established protocol.
• Prepare and explain the procedure to patients effectively.
• Establish intravenous access using sterile technique for contrast media.
• Supervise and train radiography students and new employees.

Skills

Competent in using diagnostic (fixed and portable) x-ray equipment

Competent with Computed Tomography equipment and scanning

Competent in using department information systems and PACS

RIS knowledge

Student supervision

Education

Education sufficient to obtain required licensure

Tools

Radiology Information System (RIS)

Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)

Laborworkx

Job description

CT Technologist page is loaded## CT Technologistlocations: Hiawatha Medical Parktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR104097**External Applicants Earn up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus!****This position is Monday through Friday from 3pm-11:30pm with no weekends or call!****Work Shift**Evening Shift**Scheduled Weekly Hours**40**Summary**This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing computed tomography procedures, including CT procedures of an invasive nature.**Job Description****Job Duties*** Ensures that all accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome.* Performs diagnostic x-ray and CT exams according to established protocol and with the least amount of radiation needed to obtain a quality image.* Explains and prepares the patient for all CT exams.* Demonstrates a working knowledge of RIS, PACS, Laborworkx and other computer software as assigned.* Identifies each patient correctly verifying the exam to be performed.* Reviews each patient's medical history and clinical diagnosis for appropriateness of exam.* Reviews diagnostic x-ray and CT images for technique, positioning, laterality, patient demographics and image quality and repeats images of poor quality.* Establishes intravenous access, using sterile technique, to inject contrast media.* Supports the School of Radiology educational process.* Supervises students as outlined in the Student Supervision policy.* Trains radiography students and new employees while providing quality patient care.* Adheres to the Iowa Department of Public Health Radiation Safety Regulations as it applies to worker and patient safety in the CT department.* Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.**Department Specific Duties**Imaging Center:* Performs diagnostic x-ray (fixed and portable) and CT exams according to established protocol.* Explains and prepares the patient for all CT and x-ray exams.* Reviews diagnostic x-ray (fixed and portable) and CT images for technique, positioning, laterality, patient demographics and image quality. Will repeat images of poor quality.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Competent in using diagnostic (fixed and portable) x-ray equipment.* Competent with Computed Tomography equipment and scanning.* Competent in using department information systems and PACS.**Professional Experience*** One year experience in CT preferred.**Education*** Education sufficient to obtain required licensure.**Licensure, Certification, Registration*** American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) or (CT) certificate required.* Iowa Department of Public Health State Permit to Practice Diagnostic Radiography required.* Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), in accordance with the American Heart Association required.* Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.**Pay Rate Type**Hourly***Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.***Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.