CT Technologist | 36 hour per week | Diagnostic Imaging

Great River Health Systems; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Matching retirement programs

Health, dental and vision plans

HSAs and FSAs

Paid time off

Job summary

Great River Health Systems in Fort Madison, IA seeks a CT Technologist to perform CT scans, ensure safety, and maintain image quality. You will orient patients, position them accurately, and operate CT equipment with adherence to protocols.

Requirements include an AA in Radiologic Technology, Iowa Permit to Practice, and ARRT CT certification. Weekend shifts and call rotation may be required based on department needs at the Henry County Health Center and Fort Madison campus.

Qualifications

• AA degree in Radiologic Technology from an accredited program.
• Iowa Permit to Practice required.
• ARRT Radiology certification required; CT Board certification required.

Responsibilities

• Follow radiation safety measures to comply with government regulations and protect patients and staff.
• Operate CT equipment to produce diagnostic images with proper positioning.
• Explain exam to patients to ensure cooperation and comfort.
• Position patients to capture required anatomy and maintain accuracy.
• Perform venipuncture and follow universal precautions.
• Administer iodinated contrast for diagnostic purposes.
• Obtain patient history and provide pertinent information to radiologist.
• Review and post-process CT images per protocol for quality.
• Document, charge, and process all paperwork.

Skills

CT imaging

Radiology procedures

PACS

Venipuncture

Safety protocols

Education

Associate’s Degree in Radiologic Technology

Iowa Permit to Practice

ARRT Certification (Radiology)

CT Board Certification

Tools

CT equipment maintenance

Job description

Minimum Hiring Wage: From $32.53 per hour Job Details: $15,000

Scheduled Hours: 9:00am - 6:30pm

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

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

Benefits

• 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.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.