CT Technologist II

Arkansas Children's; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10K Sign-on Bonus

Student Loan repayment program

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

Springdale campus

Job summary

Arkansas Children's CT Technology team is hiring for a Night Shift CT Technologist on the Springdale campus. The role requires 2 years of CT tech experience, RTL certification, and delivering high-quality patient care with strict radiation safety. A 10K sign-on bonus and patient loan repayment are offered.

Required: Associate degree or equivalent; ARRT CT certification preferred; RN or related nursing diploma may be considered in certain cases. Bachelor’s degree recommended for advancement.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent required.
• RTL certification required.
• 2 years CT Tech experience required.
• ARN: Arkansas RTL license or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Verifies CT exams as ordered by physician.
• Performs CT protocols with emphasis on minimizing radiation exposure.
• Maintains radiation safety and patient shielding per ALARA.
• Administers IV and oral contrast as needed.
• Explains exams and procedures to patients and families.
• Keeps work area clean and properly maintained.
• Maintains equipment and arranges service as needed.
• Complies with applicable regulatory standards and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CT Tech experience

Patient care

Radiology safety

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree recommended

Tools

CT Scanner

RTL License

ARRT CT

CNMT

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.

CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/)and search the "Find Jobs" report.

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: 2 years CT Tech experience, RTL & certification (see job description for list of options)

Additional Information

• $10K SIGN-ON BONUS
• Student Loan repayment program
• Nights Monday-Thursday 8:30pm-6:30am (four 10-hour shifts)
• Springdale campus
• Requirements: 2 years CT Tech experience, RTL & certification (see job description for list of options)

Has developed 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 - 2 years of experience

Recommended Work Experience

Direct - Pediatric

Required Certifications

1 of the following certifications is required - , Radiologic Technologist License (RTL) - 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.
• Demonstrates the knowledge to perform correct scan protocols in an effort to decrease radiation exposure to patients.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to all radiation safety recommendations, including patient shielding. ALARA
• Properly administers IV and oral contrast.
• Explains exams/procedures to patients and families.
• Ensures that work area is properly maintained.
• Keeps current of 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.