CT Technologist

IU Health; Tipton (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

IU Health Tipton Hospital in Tipton, Indiana is seeking a CT Technologist for full-time night shifts. The role covers CT and X-ray imaging, working independently in a critical access hospital during overnight hours.

The ideal candidate will operate CT scanners, administer contrast, ensure patient safety, and follow imaging protocols. A sign-on bonus is available for eligible applicants who meet the requirements.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the patient's condition does not permit routine positioning.
• Active status through ARRT (RT(R) or RT(NM)) or NMTCB (CNMT) within the required modality credentials.
• Advanced certification in CT through ARRT or NMTCB within 12 months of hire.
• Current Indiana ISDH license as Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• May meet registry/certification requirements for another modality if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT scanner, prepares and positions patients.
• Screens patients for safe scanning and safe administration of contrast.
• Obtains IV access, and administers contrast as required and responds to adverse contrast events.
• Knowledge of scan protocols and selection of appropriate protocol to address clinical concerns.
• Adjusts scan parameters to ensure diagnostic images.
• Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians.
• Follows radiation safety protocols.
• Performs routine QC on equipment.
• Stays current with continuing education.
• Assists in medical alert situations.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and care team members.
• Documents necessary information in EMR.
• Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed.

Job description

Overview

This is a full-time, nights CT Technologist opportunity at IU Health Tipton Hospital in Tipton, Indiana.

Schedule

• Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday
• 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM
• Three 12.5-hour night shifts per week

Position Overview

This role is ideal for a technologist who enjoys working independently in a critical access hospital setting. During overnight hours, the selected candidate will work independently within the department and perform duties as both a CT Technologist and X-Ray Technologist, supporting a variety of imaging needs across the hospital.

A sign on bonus is available for eligible applicants!

Job Duties, Tasks and Qualifications

Operates CT scanner, prepares and positions patients. Screens patients for safe scanning and safe administration of contrast. Obtains IV access, and administers contrast as required and is familiar with recognizing and responding to adverse contrast events. Possesses knowledge of scan protocols and selection of appropriate protocol to address clinical concerns. Adjusts scan parameters to ensure diagnostic images. Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians. Follows radiation safety protocols. Performs routine QC on equipment. Stays current with continuing education. Assists in medical alert situations. Communicates effectively with patients, families and members of the care team. Documents necessary information in EMR. Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed.

• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
• Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Radiology Technology (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Radiography , RT(R) or Nuclear Medicine, RT(NM); or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB): Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT).
• Requires advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT) through ARRT or NMTCB within 12 months of hire.
• Requires current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.

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