CT Technologist

CHI Health Saint Mary's; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Educational assistance

Job summary

CHI Health Saint Mary's in Nebraska City seeks a CT Technologist to join our Imaging Services team. You will perform a full range of diagnostic procedures using CT, X-ray, MRI, Mammography, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, and PET to support accurate diagnoses and patient care.

You will assess patients, explain procedures, assist in interventional radiology, and uphold radiation safety per Image Gently/ Image Wisely standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technology program.
• BLS certification on hire.
• ARRT Board Certified in Radiology (RTR).
• Must hold a valid Medical Radiography or General Radiology Technologist Permit to Practice in NE/IA.

Responsibilities

• Perform full range of diagnostic imaging procedures (CT, X-ray, MRI, Mammography, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, PET).
• Assess patients, explain procedures clearly, and assist physicians in interventional radiology.
• Maintain radiation safety and image quality; adhere to HIPAA and documentation standards.
• Support CMS and Joint Commission requirements.

Skills

Radiology imaging

Interventional support

Patient communication

Venipuncture

Radiation safety

Education

Radiologic Technology program

Tools

CT scanner

Imaging software

Job description

Where You'll Work

CHI Health St. Mary's has served Nebraska City and the surrounding areas since 1927. In the fall of 2014, St. Mary's opened the doors of a brand-new, fully modernized facility. The new 110,000-square-foot campus is better equipped to meet the changing needs of our community with, among other benefits, an increased capacity for specialty clinics and an integrated primary care clinic. St. Mary's encourages collaboration and care coordination among primary care physicians and medical specialists. This contributes to the high quality of care our patients have come to expect.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our CT Technologist you will be a vital part of our Imaging Services team, performing a full range of cutting-edge diagnostic procedures. In this direct patient care role, you'll utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging equipment, including Computed Tomography (CT), X-ray, MRI, Mammography, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, and PET, to provide critical insights for diagnosis and treatment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to comprehensive patient care at Saint Mary's Community Hospital, leveraging your expertise in medical imaging to drive positive health outcomes.

Every day you will expertly assess patients, explain procedures with clarity, and assist physicians in interventional radiology by performing precise techniques like needle localization, aspirations, and biopsies. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring radiation safety compliance by utilizing lead protection, adhering to "Image Gently" and "Image Wisely" standards, and meticulous selection of equipment and technical factors. Your responsibilities will extend to comprehensive image quality assessment, equipment maintenance, and ensuring complete and accurate patient history documentation, all while maintaining strict HIPAA compliance and reporting any incidents through our CHI incident reporting system.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be a highly motivated individual with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills who can effectively manage multiple priorities, perform venipunctures, and adapt to a dynamic healthcare environment. A strong commitment to quality improvement, adherence to ACR accreditation processes, and foundational knowledge of CMS and Joint Commission requirements are essential for this impactful position.

Perform a full range of advanced diagnostic imaging procedures, including CT, X-ray, MRI, Mammography, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, and PET, to support accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.

You will meticulously assess patients, explain procedures, and assist in interventional radiology, adhering to all radiation safety protocols and ensuring optimal patient care.

Critical responsibilities include comprehensive image quality assessment, equipment maintenance, and precise documentation, all while upholding the highest ethical standards and hospital policies.

We are offering up to $10,000 as a Sign-on Bonus as well as up to $10,000 in Educational Assistance to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technology program

Required Licensure and Certifications

• BLS required upon hire. Please refer to policy "Licensed, Certified, and Registered Employees" for acceptable Life Support cards. (BLS-CPR)
• ARRT Board Certified in Radiology (RTR)
• Must hold a valid Medical Radiography or General Radiology Technologist Permit to Practice license in Nebraska or Iowa depending on work state. (MRAD:NE or MRAD:IA)
• ARRT Board Certified in CT within 2 years of hire (RTCT -24mths)