CT Technologist

St. Charles Health System; Prineville (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Health System is seeking a CT/Radiology Technologist to perform radiology and CT exams under radiologist supervision, with coverage including on-call and weekends. You will assist with record keeping, participate in student training, and perform a range of C-arm procedures in OR and diagnostic units.

The role requires cross-sectional imaging experience, ARRT CT credentials, and an Oregon OBMI license. Adherence to safety, confidentiality, and Lean principles is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have cross-sectional imaging experience.
• Registered radiologic technologist with CT credential; Oregon OBMI license required.
• Two years radiography experience preferred; CT technologist experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiology and CT diagnostic and interventional exams per dept policies.
• Follows safety policies and assists in record maintenance and statistics.
• Participates in student training as requested.
• Performs C-arm cases in OR for ortho/neuro/spine and other surgeries; including prostate and biliary procedures.
• Performs radiology procedures with interventional radiologist and RPA as needed.
• Provides CT coverage including on-call, holiday, and weekend relief as needed.
• Competent with CT STAT RAD System and related workflows.
• Prepares procedure rooms, maintains sterile fields, and documents patient prep.
• Adheres to laws, regulations, policies, and ethical standards.

Skills

Cross-sectional imaging

CT imaging

On-call readiness

AIDET patient communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified radiologic technology training program

CT seminars (basic & advanced)

Job description

The Computed Tomography (CT)/Radiology Technologist serves the needs of the patients of St. Charles Health System in the performance of radiological exams, computerized tomography and image reconstruction, while under direct supervision of the radiologist and the Computed Tomography (CT) / Radiology Coordinator, and within the specific policies of the Computed Tomography (CT) department. This position does not directly manage other caregivers.

Essential Functions And Duties

• Performs Radiology, Computed Tomography (CT) diagnostic and interventional examinations in accordance with department policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Follows Health and Safety Policies and Procedures of Quality Care.
• Assists in record maintenance and statistics as requested.
• Participates in student training program as requested.
• Preforms C-arm cases in the operating room including but not limited to: Ortho/Neuro Spine Surgeries, Orthopedic Trauma surgeries, Pediatric Orthopedic surgeries, Percutaneous nephrolithotomy, retrograde pyelogram and ureteral stent placements.
• Preforms C-arm cases in the Medical Diagnostic Unit such as Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, Bronchoscopy, Esophageal dilation, and Colonic Stent placements.
• As needed, performs Radiology Procedures with Interventional Radiologist and RPA including but not limited to: Gastric/Gastric-Jejunal/Jejunal Tube Placements/replacements/Removals, Drain or Tube placements/replacements/removals and dialysis catheter removals.
• Provides coverage for Computed Tomography (CT) within St. Charles Health System including on call coverage, holiday and weekend relief as needed.
• Competent skills working with Computed Tomography (CT) STAT RAD System.
• Prepares for sterile and non-sterile procedures and maintains a sterile field. Conducts all necessary preparations of the patient procedure room and documents when appropriate.
• Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
• Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
• Utilizes AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank) to prepare patients for procedures by creating an environment where the patients feel comfortable and communicated with regarding the experience in Radiology.
• Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.
• May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

Education

• Required: High school diploma or GED. Must be a graduate of a certified radiologic technology training program.
• Preferred: Basic and advanced seminars in computerized tomography.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required: Current Oregon Broad of Medical Imaging license (OBMI). American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) credential in Radiologic Technology (RT) and Computed Tomography (CT).
• Preferred: ARRT credential in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Bone Densitometry (BD), Mammography (MAM), Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV), or Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI).

Experience

• Required: Cross-sectional imaging experience.
• Preferred: Two (2) years’ experience in diagnostic radiography. One (1) year experience as a Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist.