CT Technologist I

Arkansas Children's; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10K SIGN-ON BONUS

Student Loan repayment program

Nights Monday-Thursday 8:30pm-6:30am

Springdale campus

Certification options within 1 year

Job summary

Arkansas Children's is seeking a CT Technologist for night shifts at the Springdale campus. The role focuses on developing CT exam knowledge, minimizing radiation exposure, and delivering high-quality patient care.

RTL at hire and certification within 1 year are required, with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance. The position offers a $10K sign-on bonus and a student loan repayment program, with four 10-hour night shifts Monday–Thursday and a 8:30pm–6:30am schedule.

Qualifications

• Requires RTL at time of hire.
• Certification within 1 year as listed in job description.

Responsibilities

• Verifies exams as ordered by physician.
• Develops knowledge to perform correct scan protocols to minimize radiation exposure.
• Adheres to all radiation safety recommendations, including patient shielding (ALARA).
• Properly administers IV and oral contrast.
• Explains exams/procedures to patients and families.
• Maintains work area and ensures equipment is serviced as needed.
• Keeps up with current CT technologies and standards.
• Complies with regulatory laws and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Work Shift

Night Shift

Time Type

Full time

Department

CC094230 CT Technology

Summary

$10K SIGN-ON BONUS - Student Loan repayment program - Nights Monday-Thursday 8:30pm-6:30am - Requirements: RTL at time of hire & certification within 1 year (see job description for list of certification options)

Additional Information

• $10K SIGN-ON BONUS
• Student Loan repayment program
• Nights Monday-Thursday 8:30pm-6:30am (four 10-hour shifts)
• Springdale campus
• RTL required at time of hire
• Certification required within 1 year (see job description for list of certification options)

Is developing the knowledge to perform quality CT exams in a safe and timely manner while providing excellent patient care.

Required Education

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college program or technical school or nursing diploma

Recommended Education

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university

Required Work Experience

Direct - No Experience Required

Recommended Work Experience

Direct - Pediatric

Required Certifications

1 of the following certifications must be obtained in one year - , ARRT-(R)(N)(CT) - American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT), Radiologic Technologist License - Arkansas Department of Health

Recommended Certifications

ARRT - Computed Tomography (CT) - American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT), Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

Description

• Verifies exams as ordered by physician.
• Developing the knowledge to perform correct scan protocols in an effort to decrease radiation exposure to patients.
• Developing knowledge of and adherence to all radiation safety recommendations, including patient shielding. ALARA
• Developing knowledge to properly administer IV and oral contrast.
• Developing ability to explain exams/procedures to patients and families.
• Ensures that work area is properly maintained.
• Developing knowledge of current or new and evolving technologies in CT.
• Maintains equipment and requests service as needed.
• Complies with all TJC, state, federal, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.