CT Technologist

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Socorro (NM); On-site; USD 43,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Staff safety badge

Shift differentials

Malpractice insurance

Loan forgiveness

EPIC system access training

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT scans, verify orders, and educate patients on the imaging procedure. You will support physicians during special procedures and maintain sterile supplies.

Responsibilities include documentation, follow-up when required, and ensuring quality and safety standards in a busy radiology department. Opportunities for professional growth and certification support are available.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in radiologic technology required.
• Current BLS required.
• ARRT CT certification or CT technologist training path and licensure within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Schedules, performs and formats all types of CT scans.
• Verifies patient name and procedure before scanning.
• Reviews exam orders from chart or verbal order; educates patient about the procedure.
• Provides written documentation of procedures and patient history; conducts required follow-up calls.
• Assists physicians during procedures; maintains sterile trays and equipment; ensures supplies are available.
• Maintains department policies, quality/safety standards; participates in education and training.

Education

Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology

ARRT CT Certification

NMCT License (NM Provisional/Full)

Tools

EPIC electronic charting system

Job description

Location Address:

1202 Highway 60 Socorro, NM 87801-3914

Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $31.50

Maximum Offer $53.66

Summary:

Performs computerized tomographic radiographs according to established practices and procedures. Takes call How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

Benefits:

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity:

PRN

FTE:

0.00

Job Exempt:

No

Work Shift:

12 Hour Nights (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

Schedules, performs and formats all types of C.T. scans. Verifies patient name and procedure to be performed before scanning. Verifies exam order by reviewing patient chart or verbal order with outpatient. Educates patient prior to scanning procedure explaining the procedure and answering patient questions. Provides written documentation of procedures performed and patient history pertaining to scan performed. Also does patient follow up by phone when required (e.g. biopsy patients, abscess drainage, etc.). Assists physician during special procedures; set up and maintain sterile trays and equipment. Anticipates any equipment and/or supply needs during procedures. Maintains established department policies, procedures, objectives and quality assurance, safety. Assists in maintaining upkeep of department and equipment - including ordering and stocking supplies when necessary. Attends section staff meetings, pertinent inservices, workshops and/or seminars for continuing education to enhance professional growth and development. Become eligible for taking C.T. Registry within 2 years from date of hire. Recommend becoming C.T. Registered within 5 years from date of hire.

Qualifications:

Associate Degree Required Current BLS is required Certified CT Technologist NM Computed Tomography License (NMCT) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Computed Tomography certification (ARRT(CT)) OR CT Technologist in Training/Provisional Status NM Computed Tomography Provisional License (NMPCT) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification (ARRT (R)). Must obtain ARRT(CT) and NMCT licensure within 2 years of obtaining the NMPCT. Individuals applying for a New Mexico Provisional CT License must have met the requirements for licensure in at least one New Mexico-recognized medical imaging or radiation therapy discipline (e.g., Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or Registered Radiologist Assistant) and be pursuing an approved CT certification pathway.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED.

PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Here, we're committed to a different way to make a difference. Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who have chosen to work here. Starting with Reverend Cooper who began our journey in 1908, the hard work of thousands of physicians, nurses, employees, board members, and volunteers brought Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system, serving more than one in three New Mexicans. We are part of New Mexico's history and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come.