CT Technologist - $15k Sign-On, Day Shift

greatriverhealth; West Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision plans

Paid time off (PTO)

Matching retirement programs

Education Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D

Job summary

Great River Health in Iowa seeks a CT technologist to perform CT imaging and procedures with a focus on safety and accuracy. You will position patients, administer contrast, and collaborate with radiologists to deliver high-quality diagnostic images.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, history taking, post-processing, and thorough documentation. AAS in Radiologic Technology and ARRT are required or preferred, with weekend rotation possible.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology from an accredited program.
• 1-3 years healthcare experience preferred.
• BLS and First Aid per AHA upon hire.
• Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse mandatory reporters upon hire.
• ARRT certification required.
• Iowa Permit to Practice required.
• CT Board Certification preferred.
• IV competency required at WB campus.
• May require weekend shifts and call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Follow radiation safety measures to comply with government regulations, while ensuring the safety of patients and staff.
• Operate CT equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Explain exam to patient to ensure cooperation and safety.
• Position patient to include required anatomy.
• Perform venipuncture following universal precautions.
• Administer iodinated contrast for diagnostic purposes.
• Obtain thorough patient history for radiologist.
• Review and post-process CT images per protocol to ensure quality.
• Document, charge, and process all paperwork.

Skills

Radiology safety

CT imaging

Patient positioning

Venipuncture

PACS familiarity

Communication with patient

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology

ARRT certification

Iowa Permit to Practice

CT Board Certification (preferred)

Tools

CT scanner

PACS

RIS (implied)

Job description

Great River Health in Iowa seeks a CT technologist to perform CT imaging and procedures with a focus on safety and accuracy. You will position patients, administer contrast, and collaborate with radiologists to deliver high-quality diagnostic images.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, history taking, post-processing, and thorough documentation. AAS in Radiologic Technology and ARRT are required or preferred, with weekend rotation possible.