CT Technologist

CHI; Valley City (ND); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a CT Technologist, where your skills will contribute to accurate diagnoses and patient care. This role offers a dynamic work environment with the opportunity to perform various imaging examinations, including x-rays and DEXA scans, while also receiving training for CT. You'll be integral in ensuring patient safety and quality imaging practices, making a real difference in the community. If you're self-motivated and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Radiology Technology program or a post-secondary allied health profession program.
• Valid CT Tech certification and ARRT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Capture usable diagnostic images for accurate diagnosis.
• Perform x-ray imaging, DEXA scans, and operate C-arm for Surgical/Pain cases.
• Monitor radiation exposure and apply sterile techniques.

Skills

Diagnostic Imaging

Patient Positioning Techniques

Radiation Safety Monitoring

Mechanical Aptitude

Troubleshooting Radiology Equipment

Education

Radiology Technology Program

Post-secondary Allied Health Profession Program

Job description

Responsibilities

As our CT Technologist, you will help capture usable diagnostic images from patients so the Radiologist can accurately diagnose and/or rule out different conditions. If you're looking for variety and work flexibility with hours, this position is for you!

Every day you could perform any variety of imaging examinations. You'll perform x-ray imaging, DEXA scans, operate a C-arm for Surgical/Pain cases, and CT once trained (if applicable) to assist in diagnosis and treatment. No CT experience, no problem! We are willing to train!

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to fully understand the importance of diagnostic imaging. This includes knowledge of the general imaging workflow, various patient positioning techniques, and capturing precise results for timely and accurate diagnosis. You have demonstrated the ability to set and maintain multiple priorities in an environment with shifting priorities, while providing accurate deliverables in a timely fashion. You're self-motivated, and able to take ownership of projects/assignments.

What you'll do...

• Efficient interpretation of clinical information from clinical team meeting radiology needs of patients
• Thorough and accurate imaging technique for patient positioning respective to the order
• Hyper-sensitivity in monitoring radiation exposure time and activity
• Routinely apply sterile techniques and quality safety practices for patients, teammates, and yourself.
• Mechanical aptitude and confidence troubleshooting, calibrating, and maintaining radiology equipment to avoid equipment failures.
• Participate in and understand all department, campus, and system quality improvement projects, the ACR accreditation process, Radiation Safety, ALARA, MQSA, and State regulations as they apply to staff's licenses or certifications. Be familiar with CMS and Joint Commission requirements and department processes around quality and environment of care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Radiology Technology program or a post-secondary allied health profession program.
• ARRT
• NDMIRT

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Valid CT Tech certification

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Overview

CHI Mercy Health Valley City, part of CommonSpirit Health, has been a part of the Valley City community since 1928 when it was founded by the Sisters of Mercy. Their vision was to build healthier communities through a healing ministry. Over the years, we’ve progressed to meet the needs of the community. We are always here for you to keep your medical needs close to home and convenient. We’re always just down the road and have offered services for decades.