CT Technologist

Tuality Healthcare; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated CT Technologist to join their team. In this vital role, you will operate advanced imaging equipment under the supervision of a board-certified radiologist, ensuring high-quality patient care and safety. You'll be responsible for performing CT scans, assisting with patient scheduling, and maintaining necessary documentation. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive environment where you can enhance your skills and contribute to patient health. If you are passionate about medical imaging and patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Relocation Assistance up to $15,000

Qualifications

• Registration with ARRT or NMTCB required.
• CT registry or Oregon Board of Medical Imaging License needed.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT scanner under physician supervision.
• Maintains patient logs and assists in scheduling.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Cross-sectional Anatomy Knowledge

Effective Communication Skills

Working Knowledge of Radiology Information System

IV Starts for Contrast Administration

Education

Highest Science-related Academic Diploma

Tools

PACS

Electronic Medical Records System

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Relocation Assistance available up to $15,000

Pay range: $39.91/hr - $57.88/hr

Anticipated hours are as follows:

Monday through Friday - 15:00 – 23:30 hrs

The CT Technologist works under the direction of a board-certified radiologist and is directly responsible for the optimal completion of all procedures utilizing a computed tomography (CT) scanner. May be assigned to a variety of hospital or clinic locations depending on the needs of the department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Operates equipment producing ionizing radiation under direct supervision of a physician.
2. Performs quality control functions in CT in association with department quality control program.
3. Assists physicians as necessary.
4. Assists in providing care for moderate sedation patients.
5. Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served: pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients based on principles of growth and development and life stages.
6. Maintains a log of all patients, procedures, complications, and path file.
7. Maintains appropriate supply levels.
8. Transports patients as necessary.
9. Assists in patient scheduling.

Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job:

1. Keeps abreast of new techniques through continuing education, as well as attendance at departmental in-service.
2. Performs additional duties as requested by the staff radiologist or imaging leadership.
3. Cares for the patient in a safe and compassionate manner while in the CT suite and on hospital property.
4. Exhibits a high standard of medical ethics and empathy towards patients.
5. Participates in scheduled staff/department meetings.
6. Mentors Medical Imaging students during rotations and clinicals.

Decision making and budget responsibilities:

Impact limited to the employee. No budget responsibility.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education:

Required: Highest science-related academic diploma or transcript.

Preferred: N/A

Experience:

Required: Previous CT experience.

Preferred: N/A

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations:

Required:

1. Registration with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
2. CT registry at hire or valid Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) Temporary Computed Tomography (CT) License required at hire with CT registry required within one (1) year of hire for continued employment.
3. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS.

Preferred: N/A

Job Related Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:

Required:

1. Working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
2. Working knowledge of radiology information system.
3. Excellent customer service skills.
4. Demonstrated skills in caring for mental, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
5. Personal appearance makes a good first impression.
6. Uses effective communication skills.
7. Exhibits working knowledge of PACS, ordering and charging of procedures using electronic medical records system.
8. Obtains and maintains proficiency in IV starts for contrast administration.
9. Demonstrates confidentiality according to PHI regarding patient and co-worker information.
10. Practices safe work habits and is conscious of precautions required when handling body fluids.
11. Works and communicates in a positive and cooperative manner with management, supervisors, medical staff, co-workers, other healthcare workers, patients, and their families.

Preferred: Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Additional Posting Information

Hillsboro Medical Center believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. Recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, working conditions, training, and compensation will be based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, creed, national origin, marital status, family relationship, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We further commit ourselves to continuing the practical application of this policy in our daily business conduct.