CT Technologist 3rd shift 7on-7off

Carolinas Medical Center; Kenosha (WI); Presencial; USD 46 000 - 73 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Carolinas Medical Center in Kenosha is seeking a CT Technologist to operate CT equipment and perform a range of diagnostic procedures including scrub CT guided, angiography, and 3D reformatting. The role emphasizes safety and accuracy, with responsibility for patient history, positioning, and image labeling.

The ideal candidate has ARRT CT and RT registrations, Wisconsin radiographer license, and BLS, with 2 years CT experience.

Qualificações

• Advanced knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and radiation safety.
• Proficient in IV and venipuncture.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.

Responsabilidades

• Operates CT equipment to perform basic to advanced diagnostic procedures including scrub CT guided invasive procedures, angiography, cardiac, cyber-knife, venography, cerebral, PET/CT, and 3D reformatting.
• Obtains medical history and compares requisitions to orders to ensure exam accuracy.
• Positions patient and selects proper scanning factors, ensures imaging quality and radiation safety.
• Prepares and administers contrast media under radiologist direction and assists in scanning techniques.
• Post-processes images and labels images with patient data and location.
• Maintains records and documents billing codes and uses radiology information system.

Conhecimentos

Cross-sectional anatomy

Radiation safety

IV venipuncture

Communication

Independence

Computer skills

Formação académica

Advanced Radiologic Technology program

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Department:

36317 AMC Kenosha - CT

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

38

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

More time off starts here...seeking a skilled CT Tech to join our Kenosha team! Built in work-life balance! A full week off allowing for travel, family time, hobbies and easier scheduling and other commitments without using PTO. 3rd shift 7 on-7 off Rotation is Thursday through Wednesday (Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs hours 830p-0630a; Fri/Sat/Sun hours 7p-7a). We are willing to train the motivated right candidate! Holiday coverage follows the 7-on/7-off third-shift rotation, with holidays worked only when they fall during your scheduled week. NO CALL obligation

Pay Range:

$33.05 - $53.25

Major Responsibilities:

• Proficiently operates CT equipment to perform basic to advanced diagnostic procedures. Must perform and be proficient with all of the following procedures if performed at assigned facility which include scrub CT guided invasive procedures, angiography, cardiac, cyber-knife, venography, cerebral, PET/CT, and 3D reformatting including cardiac, vascular and neurological.
• Obtains medical history from patients and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy.
• Positions patient and selects proper scanning factors, adjusts factors to attain the appropriate images, and provides radiation protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies.
• Prepares and administers contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist, and assists in the proper scanning techniques. Provides measurements and additional slices for accurate interpretation with direction from the Radiologist.
• Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images.
• Maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures. Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff and evaluates new products and equipment.
• Serves as a technical resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff. Acts as a resource to staff at own facility and throughout the system.
• Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients after procedures and any other imaging department processes and procedures.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin, and

Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and

Computed Tomography (CT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.

Education Required:

Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.

Experience Required:

Typically requires 2 years of experience in a CT Technologist role.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Advanced knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and radiation safety.

Proficient in IV and venipuncture (if required by facility).

Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.

Ability to work independently.

Intermediate computer skills.

Certification Addendum:

Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g.DNV, CARF or others).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.

Must be able to:

• lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.

Must be able to:

• push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of