CT Technologist, limited hours, varied shifts

Holland Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Holland Hospital is seeking a skilled CT Technician responsible for scheduling and performing CT examinations, administering I.V. contrast, and ensuring patient care quality. Candidates must hold an Associate's degree or equivalent, possess experience in a radiology setting, and maintain BLS certification.

This part-time role demands precision and dedication, with weekly hours totaling 12. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented and ready to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree or equivalent from a technical school.
• One year experience as a Radiology Technician is required.
• Current BLS certification must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Schedules CT examinations and manages patient requisitions.
• Positions patients and administers I.V. contrast media.
• Records patient charges and documents clinical information.

Skills

CT imaging proficiency

Patient care

Radiology Assistant duties

Education

Associate's degree in Radiology

BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification

Registered Radiologic Technologist

Tools

CT scanner

Computer systems for patient records

Job description

Responsibilities

• Schedules CT examinations
• Receives and reviews patient requisitions
• Positions patients for CT imaging
• Administers I.V. contrast media
• Performs computed tomography imaging examinations
• Discharges patients
• Performs miscellaneous related duties
• Performs the Radiology Assistant's duties when needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Computed Tomography Imaging

• Explains examination to the patient and obtains a patient history in compliance with departmental and regulatory guidelines.
• Positions patient for the examination according to established departmental protocols.
• Applies patient immobilization devices and gonad shielding as appropriate.
• Enters patient identification information in assigned computer systems.
• Selects radiation exposure and computer parameters in accordance with department protocols.
• Reviews CT images to insure acceptable image quality.

Patient Charges

• Records all patient charges as scheduled by ordering physician.
• Documents clinical information in computer system and other specified data as required.
• Charges the procedure after performing the CT exam.
• Completes appropriate consent form for performing the procedure.

IV Contrast Media

• Selects appropriate contrast media.
• Prepares I.V. contrast administration on established protocols.
• Explains and reviews contrast administration procedure consent with the patient.
• Follows universal precautions in accordance to Hospital policy.
• Adheres to I.V. Contrast Medication Administration guidelines as established by the department.

Related Duties

• Cleans CT equipment and accessories.
• Requests supplies from hospital stock to responsible designee.
• Coordinates time of CT examination with other imaging modalities as needed.
• Performs daily scanner calibration tests in accordance to manufacturer specifications.
• Assists in the cross‑training of future personnel.
• Performs the Radiology Assistant role in the absence of personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Patient Orders

• Obtains in‑patient and out‑patient orders from the information system.
• Reviews requests for diagnosis and examination requested with interpreting physician to ensure appropriate procedure is ordered.
• Arranges daily work schedule to accommodate emergent and inpatient CT requests.
• Follows the insurance pre‑authorization requirements for payer compliance.

CT Examination Scheduling

• Works with Central Scheduling to assist in scheduling outpatient CT examinations.
• Verifies indications for requested CT examinations on the daily schedule.
• Coordinates CT examinations with other radiology examinations.
• Manages the emergent and inpatient orders within the daily schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school.
• One year experience as a Radiology Technician.
• Current BLS for the Healthcare Provider Certification (completed within 60 days of hire).
• Completed ARRT requirements as evident by current/active ARRT status.
• Completion of the AART's Computer Tomography Clinical experience requirements to obtain CT Certification if not already CT certified through AART.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist.
• CT Boards preferred.
• BLS/CPR through the American Heart Association.
• Part‑time, limited hours shift: Varied.
• Weekly scheduled hours: 12.

Legal information

Holland Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.