CT Technologist | 32 hours per week | Diagnostic Imaging

Great River Health; West Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Retirement matching

Health/Dental/Vision

Health Savings/FSAs

Employee discounts

Disability/Life/AD&D insurance

PTO

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Referral bonus

Discounted meals

Parental leave

Service recognition

Voluntary insurance plans

Job summary

Great River Health in West Burlington, IA seeks a CT Technologist to perform CT scans, position patients, and ensure high-quality images for diagnosis. You will follow safety protocols, explain procedures to patients, and operate CT equipment with attention to detail and radiology standards.

The role requires ARRT certification, an associate degree in Radiologic Technology, BLS/First Aid, and Iowa licensure.

Qualifications

• AA degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• 1–3 years healthcare experience preferred.
• BLS & First Aid per American Heart Association on hire.
• Iowa Mandatory Reporter for Child Abuse on hire.
• Iowa Mandatory Reporter for Dependent Adult Abuse on hire.
• ARRT certification required.
• IV competency at WB campus.
• CT Board Certification preferred.
• Iowa Permit to Practice required.
• Weekend shifts and call rotation may be required.

Responsibilities

• Follow radiation safety measures to comply with government regulations.
• Operate CT equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Explain exam to patient for cooperation, safety and comfort.
• Position patients accurately to image the 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 for quality.
• Document, charge, and process all paperwork.

Skills

CT imaging knowledge

Radiology safety

Patient positioning

Venipuncture

PACS proficiency

Basic computer skills

Communication with radiologist

Education

Associate’s Degree in Radiologic Technology

ARRT certification

Iowa Permit to Practice

CT board certification preferred

BLS & First Aid per AHA

Iowa Mandatory Reporter (Child Abuse)

Iowa Mandatory Reporter (Dependent Adult Abuse)

Tools

PACS

RIS

IV competency

Job description

Minimum Hiring Wage:

From $32.53 per hour

Job Details:

$15,000 Sign on Bonus for Eligible Candidates!

Scheduled Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm, rotating weekends and holidays

Job Description:

Perform CT scans as ordered by provider, ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standards. Position patients accurately to produce quality images for the diagnosis or treatment of anatomic or physiologic disorders. Prepare patients for imaging procedures by explaining the process, addressing concerns, and ensuring comfort. Demonstrate knowledge of general anatomy, technical factors, CT imaging fundamentals, radiation protection, basic computer skills, and PACS. Competency in CT procedures, protocols, and techniques. Operate and maintain CT equipment, ensuring it is functioning properly and reporting any malfunctions.

What you will do

• Follow radiation safety measures to comply with government regulations, while ensuring the safety of patients and staff.
• Operate computed tomography equipment and accessories to produce diagnostic images.
• Explain exam/procedure to patient to ensure cooperation, safety, and satisfaction.
• Accurate patient positioning to include required anatomy.
• Perform venipuncture, following standard universal precautions.
• Administer iodinated contrast for diagnostic purposes.
• Obtain thorough and accurate patient history providing radiologist with pertinent information.
• Review and post-process CT images per the radiologist’s protocol and to ensure quality.
• Document, charge, and process all paperwork.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (AA) Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology Required
• 1-3 years Health care experience Preferred
• Basic Cardiac Life Support & First Aid - American Heart Association Upon Hire
• Child Abuse Iowa Mandatory Reporter - Iowa Department of Human Services Upon Hire
• Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter - Iowa Department of Human Services Upon Hire
• Radiology Technician American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (United States of America) Upon Hire Required
• IV competency required at WB campus.
• CT Board Certification preferred.
• Iowa Permit to Practice required.
• May require weekend shifts and call rotation based on department need.

Benefits:

We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes:

• Competitive base pay

• Matching retirement programs

• Health, Dental and Vision plans

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans

• Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Education Assistance Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

• Discounted cafeteria meals

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Service Recognition program

• Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity

Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.