CT Technologist

AdventHealth; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a CT Technologist to perform CAT Scan procedures and ensure patient care excellence. The role involves independent judgment and technical skills to acquire diagnostic images. Join a community-focused team dedicated to holistic patient care and professional growth.

Benefits

Vision, Medical & Dental Benefits from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Up to $10,000 Sign On Bonus

Qualifications

• Must keep room clean and stocked with supplies.
• Participates in the training of new CT techs.
• Demonstrates commitment to personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Performs CAT Scan procedures under Radiologist direction.
• Administers opaque contrast material as directed.
• Communicates with nurses and physicians to expedite patient care.

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

CT Technologist, multiple shifts available, new competitive pay rates, up to $10,000 Sign On Bonus

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family :

• Vision, Medical & Dental Benefits from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Received Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in January 2019

Our promise to you :

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally and grow spiritually by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. You will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team, understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule : Please submit your desired shift, and we will work to accommodate.

The community you'll be caring for :

At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center, you're more than just a number on a chart. You're a whole person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff, and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.

The role you'll contribute :

Under the direction of a Radiologist, performs CAT Scan procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to acquire Cat Scan images for radiological diagnosis. Must keep room clean and stocked with supplies required to perform CAT Scan procedures.

The value you'll bring to the team :

• Maintains all the essential job functions of the CT Technologist.
• Reviews scheduled patient's requisitions and chart before starting exam.
• Administers opaque contrast material as directed by Radiologist.
• Starts IVs on outpatients that require IV contrast.
• Draws labs for Creatine when possible to expedite patient care.
• Communicates with nurses and physicians to expedite patient care.
• Locates orders, lab work, allergies, and other related resources on the patient in Power Chart.
• Sends images to VRC in a timely manner and scans VRC report into PACS.
• Gives oral contrast, when scheduled, to abdomen and pelvis CAT Scan patients one to two hours prior to exams.
• Participates in the training of new CT techs.
• Operates Cerner System proficiently, troubleshoots problems with orders, and makes corrections within scope of user level.
• Completes and charges exams correctly on Cerner System.
• Sends all exams to PACS System and knows what to do if PACS is down.
• Adheres to radiation safety standards.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area and reports equipment malfunctions.
• Follows "Standard of Behavior" guidelines per hospital policy.
• Incorporates patient, physician, and customer needs and concerns into decision-making and organizational action.
• Follows the AIDET model (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank) for Personalized Patient Care Every Patient Every Time.
• Maintains ethical relationships and cooperates with all personnel in proper conduct of department.
• Demonstrates commitment to personal and professional development, and pursues appropriate continuing education.
• Professional appearance in accordance with dress code standards.
• Attends at least 50% of scheduled department meetings and is accountable for obtaining information from missed meetings.
• Provides patient transportation when needed.
• Performs other related duties as required and deemed necessary by the Radiology Director or Manager.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed :

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :

• Associate's Degree or Graduate of a Technical School

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED :

• Prefer 1+ Years of Position-Related Experience

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED :