Ct Technologist - Per Diem

Yale New Haven Health; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a radiologic technologist to participate in technical duties involving CT scanners. The role includes preparing patients, managing equipment, and ensuring patient safety. Candidates should have formal training in radiology technology and relevant experience. This position is vital for maintaining high standards of patient care and safety in the department.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three to four years of radiologic experience preferred.
• One year of exposure or training in CT to be proficient.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient in scanner for proper position.
• Maintains safe functioning and cleanliness of CT equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques and procedures.

Skills

Time Management

Organization

Patient Safety

Education

Formal training in radiology technology

Tools

Medrad Stellant Injector

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Participates in technical duties directly involved with the CT scanner including developing, initiating, and monitoring procedures for the effective utilization of this unit. In direction of the departmental protocols and working under the supervision of the radiologist, gives IV contrast according to the department's guidelines for specific procedures.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

1. CT Competency for each Procedure
2. Prepares patient in scanner for proper position.
3. Time Management
4. Works timely, efficiently, independently, and completes tasks.
5. Equipment Competencies
6. Maintains safe functioning, operation, and cleanliness of CT equipment.
7. Patient Competencies
8. Assumes responsibility for the safety and well-being of all patients.
9. Contrast Injection Competencies
10. Demonstrates knowledge of techniques and procedures and correct use of Medrad Stellant Injector.
11. Department Competencies
12. Assists in the daily operations of the department.
13. Essential Functions
14. Good organization skills.
15. Safety
16. Provides complete and accurate responses to safety questions.

Qualifications

Education: Requires formal training in radiology technology from an AMA-approved program.

Experience: Minimum of three to four years of radiologic experience and special procedures experience preferred. One year of exposure or training in CT to be proficient.

Licensure: Registration by the A.R.R.T. as an RT (R)(CT) preferred and state licensed. If not RT(CT) certified, obtain registration in CT within twelve months of hiring. CPR certification (BLS) required.