CT Technologist- CT Imaging

Health First; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Health First recherche un CT Technologist pour effectuer des scans CT essentiels à la prise en charge des patients. Le candidat idéal sera chargé d'opérer des équipements d'imagerie, de garantir la sécurité des patients et de collaborer avec une équipe de santé. Ce poste basé à Melbourne, en Floride, offre une opportunité de travailler dans un environnement dynamique tout en respectant des normes de qualité élevées.

Qualifications

• Doit avoir une licence générale de radiographe en Floride.
• Certificat ARRT (CT) dans les deux ans suivant la date d'embauche.
• Aptitude à travailler dans un environnement stressant.

Responsibilities

• Réaliser des scans CT pour diagnostiquer des conditions médicales.
• Collaborer avec les équipes de santé pour produire des images de haute qualité.
• Assurer la sécurité des patients pendant les procédures de scan.

Skills

Gestion du temps

Pensée critique

Customer relations

Education

Licence de radiographe

Certifications ARRT

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Requirements

POSITION SUMMARY

The CT Technologist performs Computed Tomography (CT) scans to assist in the diagnosis and

treatment of customer/patient medical conditions. The CT Technologist operates CT imaging

equipment, ensuring customer/patient safety and comfort, while following established scanning

protocols. The CT Technologist is responsible for collaborating with healthcare teams to produce high-quality images while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES

1. Maintains a safe environment with the operation of CT and related equipment for

customers/patients, coworkers, and self by adhering to CT policies, procedures, and guidelines.

2. Properly screens patients for CT scan and effectively documents and communicates pertinent

and required information pre and post procedure performance.

3. Positions patients for CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with

department safety procedures and protocols.

4. Produces images consistent with image quality standards and evaluates CT scans for technical

quality.

5. Properly identifies, prepares and administers medications that are within the CT Technologist’s

scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.

6. Monitors patients during scanning procedures, observing for any adverse reactions or

complications and taking appropriate action when necessary.

7. Maintains flexibility, adapts to changes in workflow processes and the needs of the Health First

organization based upon fluctuations in patient volume.

8. Communicates effectively with customers (patients, LP, other Health First associates, the

public, etc.) always using excellent customer relation skills.

9. Follows all Federal, State and Regional healthcare regulations and adhere to Joint

Commission/ACR standards.

10. Provides orientation and education for new Technologists and assists Radiologists in

developing new protocols and CT imaging techniques.

Work Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduate of one of the following

o American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) – Accredited programs or schools

OR

o Joint Review Committee Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT) Nuclear Medicine

Program.

• Work Experience: None

• Licensure: General Radiographer licensure in the State of Florida.

• Certification:

o Any one of the following:

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – ARRT (R) OR

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Nuclear Medicine Technology

– ARRT (N) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).

o Advanced American Registry of Radiologic Technologist ARRT (CT) certification within

two (2) years of start date.

o American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider

Completion Card prior to start date and maintained

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

o Ability to report to department within 30 minutes when on call.

o Able to work effectively and efficiently in a stressful work environment and able to

respond to life threatening situations.

o Demonstrate effective time management, critical thinking skills, and coordinate

scheduling and patient flow.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

• Work Experience: Prior CT experience.

• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint,

etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physically agile; requires walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or

crouching majority of the shift.

• Heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or

without assistance.

• May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments

including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or overhead.

• May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to

90% of the assigned shift.

• May be exposed to inside environments and outside environments with extreme temperatures,

air contamination, dirt, grease, or water.

• May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following

OSHA and CDC guidelines.

• May operate various types of manual and motorized equipment used in the transportation of

materials.

• May be exposed to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work position.

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

• Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.

• Workspace may vary from open to confined, onsite or remote.

• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of

personal vehicle.

Benefits

ABOUT HEALTH FIRST

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

Schedule : Per Diem