CT Technologist

Intermountain Healthcare; Saint George (UT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a CT Technologist, where your expertise in imaging and patient care will make a significant impact. In this role, you will perform diagnostic CT exams, ensuring the highest quality of imaging while collaborating with a dedicated clinical team. Your skills will be crucial in maintaining patient safety, comfort, and education throughout the imaging process. This innovative firm offers a supportive environment that prioritizes the well-being of its caregivers, providing a comprehensive benefits package to foster a culture of wellness. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous Benefits Package

Wellness Programs

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• ARRT certification and state licensure required for this role.
• Basic Life Support certification is essential for healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic CT exams and ensure high-quality imaging results.
• Maintain safety protocols and assist in training other technicians.

Skills

Patient Care Skills

Imaging Techniques

Radiation Safety

Infection Control

Communication Skills

Education

ARRT Radiography Certification

State Licensure

Basic Life Support Certification

Tools

CT Equipment

Radiologic Information Systems

Job description

Job Description:

As a CT Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic CT exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Posting Specifics

Shift Details: We have full-time, part-time and PRN positions available.

Unit/Location: Intermountain Health St. George Hospital

Additional Details: Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

As a CT Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by:

1. Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
2. Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
3. Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
4. Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.
5. Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality.
6. Assists and instructs students and other CT Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
7. Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
8. Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
9. Understands and operates CT equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
10. Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
11. Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.

Minimum Qualifications

1. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(RT)(R) Radiography Certification/Registration
2. Relevant State licensure (where required)
3. Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers

Preferred Qualifications

1. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Computed Tomography Certification/Registration (ARRT)(RT)(CT)
2. 1+ years of CT experience

Physical Requirements:

1. Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
2. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
3. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy.
4. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients.
5. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment.
6. May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital

Work City:

St George

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$34.06 - $52.55

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.