CT Technologist

77 consultants; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Portland, Oregon seeks a CT Technologist to conduct computed tomography examinations according to physician directives. This role requires expertise in advanced CT imaging technology and addressing patient needs. Required qualifications include relevant educational credentials, an Oregon Medical Imaging License, and necessary certifications. The ideal candidate will perform duties critical to ensuring high-quality diagnostic images and optimal patient care.

Qualifications

• Valid National Provider BLS certification required at the time of hire.
• Oregon Medical Imaging License required upon hire.
• National Registered Technologist credential in Radiography or Nuclear Medicine Technology required upon hire.
• Obtain the National Registered Technologist credential in Computed Tomography within one year of hire.
• Acquire the National Computed Tomography Technologist certification within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct computed tomography examinations per physician directives.
• Leverage advanced CT imaging technology to meet patient needs.
• Apply expert knowledge and clinical judgment for imaging parameters and patient care.
• Apply clinical judgment to ensure diagnostic-quality images.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Imaging parameter optimization

Patient care

Education

Educational credentials for certification and licensing

Oregon Medical Imaging License

ARRT Radiography Credential

NMT Credential (Nuclear Medicine Technology)

CT Credential (within 1 year) - ARRT CT or NMTCB

Job description

The CT Technologist conducts computed tomography examinations in alignment with physicians' directives, leveraging advanced CT imaging technology while accommodating the specific needs of patients based on age or other criteria. This role requires the application of expert knowledge and clinical judgment regarding imaging parameters, technique optimization, and patient care to ensure the acquisition of high-quality diagnostic images.

Required Qualifications:

• Educational credentials that fulfill certification, licensing, or registration prerequisites.
• Valid National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association at the time of hire.
• Oregon Medical Imaging License issued by the Oregon State Board upon hire.
• Hold a National Registered Technologist credential in Radiography from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists upon hire, or
• A National Registered Technologist credential in Nuclear Medicine Technology upon hire.
• Obtain the National Registered Technologist credential in Computed Tomography within one year of hire, or
• Acquire the National Computed Tomography Technologist certification from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board within one year of hire.