CT Technologist - Defiance Hospital - PRN

Mercy Health; Defiance (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a CT Technologist for Defiance Hospital to provide exceptional patient care through diagnostic imaging. This role involves performing CT scans and assisting with patient procedures while maintaining compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess required certifications and have a strong commitment to patient well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as a CT or Rad Tech preferred.
• BLS certification required prior to patient care.
• ARRT registration required, advanced CT within 2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform computed tomography procedures while ensuring patient comfort.
• Assist in diagnosis by producing diagnostic CT scans.
• Maintain knowledge of CT IT systems and participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

Patient Care

CT Imaging

Radiographic Techniques

Education

Associate's Degree from ARRT accredited institute

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS)

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

S cheduled Weekly Hours:

0.01

Work Shift:

All Work Shifts (United States of America)

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

CT Tech – Defiance Hospital

Job Summary:

The CT Technologist provides direct patient care by applying the skill of diagnostic imaging utilizing CT scanning equipment. They will assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients by producing diagnostic CT scans.

Essential Functions:

• Confirm that all pertinent patient and procedural data is correct.
• Performs computed tomography procedures.
• Properly positions and immobilize patients on CT scanning cradles.
• Makes radiation exposures by energizing scanner.
• Performs intravenous injections and administers oral, rectal, and IV radiographic contracts agents specific to procedures.

• Assists the radiologist with biopsies and drainage procedures.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all CT IT systems, including Radiant and PACS.
• Participates in on call rotation and timeout as required.

Education:

• Associate's from an ARRT accredited institute (preferred)

Licensure/Certification:

• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
• Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) (required)
• Advanced modality registration in CT, ARRT (preferred, or must obtain within 2 years)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)

Experience:

• 1 year of experience as a CT or Rad Tech (preferred)

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) (preferred)

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

Radiology - CT - Defiance, LLC

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] .