CT Technologist– Diagnostic – Fairfield Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and parental leave

Tuition assistance and professional development support

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a CT Technologist for Fairfield Hospital. The role involves applying diagnostic imaging skills effectively while ensuring quality patient care. Responsibilities include performing CT scanning procedures, ensuring data accuracy, and assisting with biopsies.

Applicants should have an associate's degree from an accredited institute and necessary certifications, including BLS and ARRT. The position comes with competitive benefits and support for professional development.

Qualifications

• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required).
• Certification and Registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology (required).
• Advanced modality registration in CT, ARRT (preferred, or must obtain within two years).
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed).

Responsibilities

• Assures the quality of all images and confirms that all pertinent patient/procedural data is correct.
• Performs computed tomography procedures.
• Properly positions patients on CT scanning cradles and immobilizes patients appropriately.
• Assists the radiologist with biopsies and drainage procedures utilizing sterile techniques.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all CT IT systems.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Literacy

Commitment to patient-based care

Calm Demeanor

Critical Thinking

Safety

Attention to Detail

Escalate Concerns

Teamwork

Customer Service

Maintains positive attitude

Follows Directions

Education

Associate's from an ARRT accredited institute

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Picture archiving communication system (PACS)

Job description

Company Overview

We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life in giving good help to those in need. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

CT Technologist – Fairfield Hospital

Job Summary

The CT Technologist applies the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of CT scanning equipment in a way that provides direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. The CT Technologist assists in the diagnosis and treatment of patients by producing diagnostic CT scans.

Essential Functions

• Assures the quality of all images and confirms that all pertinent patient/procedural data is correct.
• Performs computed tomography procedures.
• Performs timeout as required per policy.
• Properly positions patients on CT scanning cradles and properly immobilizes patients with appropriate devices to obtain desired position.
• Makes radiation exposures by energizing scanner per physician request and patient history.
• Performs intravenous injections and demonstrates a knowledge of use and care of existing IVs, administers oral, rectal, and IV radiographic contrast agents specific to procedures.
• Assists the radiologist with biopsies, drainage procedures, etc. utilizing sterile techniques, exhibiting safe and effective use of all contrast and radiation materials.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all CT IT systems, including Radiant and PACS.
• Participates in on call rotation as required.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

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

Required Licensing & Certifications

• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
• Certification and Registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology (required)
• Advanced modality registration in CT, ARRT (preferred, or must obtain within two years)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)

Experience

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

Skills & Abilities

• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Computer Literacy
• Commitment to patient-based care
• Calm Demeanor
• Critical Thinking
• Safety
• Attention to Detail
• Escalate Concerns
• Teamwork
• Customer Service
• Maintains positive attitude
• Follows Directions

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All 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 Bon Secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affidative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, 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].