Ct Technologist - Per Diem

Yale NewHaven Health; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a qualified Radiologic Technologist in Westerly, Rhode Island. The candidate will be responsible for operating CT scanners, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining equipment. Required qualifications include formal training in radiology technology and experience in radiologic procedures. The position mandates CPR certification and adherence to departmental protocols.

Qualifications

• Requires formal training in radiology technology of AMA-approved program.
• Minimum of three to four years of radiologic experience and special procedures experience preferred.
• Registration by the A.R.R.T. as an RT (R)(CT) preferred and state licensed.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient in scanner for proper position.
• Works timely, efficiently, and independently.
• Maintains safe functioning and cleanliness of CT equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety and well being of all patients.
• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques and procedures for contrast injection.

Skills

CT scanner operation

Time management

Patient care

Safety protocols

Organization skills

Education

Formal training in radiology technology

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 direction and supervision of the radiologist, gives IV contrast according to the guidelines set forth within the department for specific procedures

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• CT Competency for each Procedure
  • Prepares patient in scanner for proper position.
• Time Management
  • Works timely, efficiently, independently and completes tasks.
• Equipment Competencies
  • Maintains safe functioning, operation and cleanliness of CT equipment.
• Patient Competencies
  • Assumes responsibility for the safety and well being of all patients.
• Contrast Injection Competencies
  • Demonstrates knowledge of techniques and procedures and correct use of Medrad Stellant Injector.
• Department Competencies
  • Assists the daily operations of department.
• Essential Functions
  • Good organization skills.
• Safety
  • Provides complete and accurate responses to safety questions.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Requires formal training in radiology technology of 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 then obtain registration in Cat Scan within twelve month timeframe of hiring. CPR certification (BLS) required