CT Technologist

ohiohealth; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a CT Technologist to operate CT scanners and support a range of procedures per staff radiologists’ directives.

The role involves explaining procedures to patients, administering contrast, and scheduling patients efficiently while upholding safety and quality standards in a high reliability environment.

Qualifications

• ARRT Certification required for Radiologic Technologist practice.
• License from Ohio Department of Health (ODH) for Radiologic Technologist.
• BLS Certification is required or current.
• Graduate of an accredited radiography program.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT scanners for a variety of procedures following radiologists' directives.
• Explain procedures to patients and obtain clinical history.
• Administer oral and IV contrast media as requested.
• Schedule patients and coordinate workload with other departments.
• Monitor safety, quality, and efficiency in patient care.
• Maintain compliance with protocol and evolving best practices.

Education

ARRT Certification

OH Radiologic License

BLS Certification

Graduate of accredited radiography program

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary:

This position operates computed tomography scanners for a variety of procedures following directives of staff radiologists. The position is responsible for explaining procedures to the patients, administering contrast media as requested, and scheduling patients in an organized manner. All duties performed per approved protocol.

Responsibilities And Duties:

• Obtains patient clinical history for procedure.
• Reviews lab values and screens patient for allergies to determine contraindications to contrast media.
• Administers oral and IV contrast media
• Operates CT scanners for variety of procedures.
• Coordinates workload with other clinical sections and departments.
• Monitors quality in patient care functions.

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.

The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Minimum Qualifications:

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, ARRT-DOH - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists License from Ohio Department of Health - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Additional Job Description:

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program ODH Ohio Radiologic License
• BLS- Certification
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Work Shift:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

36

Department

CT Scan

Join us!

... if your passion is to work in a caring environment

... if you believe that learning is a life-long process

... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment