CT Technologist

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Memphis is looking for a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures and treatments as per radiology standards. The role includes developing treatment plans, maintaining equipment, and ensuring patient safety.

The successful candidate must be registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography and hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. A minimum of 6 months experience is mandatory. The position emphasizes excellent patient care and adherence to hospital protocols.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all CT competencies.
• Registry in CT ARRT (CT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of radiologic principles for optimal procedures.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plans.
• Completes documentation as per hospital policies.
• Maintains equipment and treatment areas safely.
• Participates in hospital performance improvement activities.

Skills

Basic computer literacy skills

Education

Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with Registry in Radiography ARRT (R)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Job Summary: Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Experience - Minimum Required

• 6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all CT competencies at the end of orientation period.

Education - Minimum Required

• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with Registry in Radiography ARRT (R) required. Registry in CT ARRT (CT) preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Special Skills - Minimum Required

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure - Minimum Required

• STATE LICENSE AS REQUIRED;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;ARRT(R)

Preferred / Desired - Licensure

• ARRT(CT)