CT Technologist PRN

Intermountain Health; Brighton (CO); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a CT Tech, where you'll perform essential diagnostic imaging procedures using advanced CT technology. This role demands ingenuity and independent judgment to deliver high-quality scans while ensuring patient safety and comfort. You'll collaborate with a dedicated healthcare team, adhering to strict radiation safety guidelines and maintaining a safe working environment. With opportunities for professional development and a commitment to wellness, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in patient care while advancing your career in a supportive atmosphere. If you're passionate about healthcare and technology, this role is for you!

Qualifications

• ARRT certification required; BLS within 60 days.
• 1-2 years CT experience preferred in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures ensuring quality images and patient safety.
• Coordinate care and communicate with healthcare team members.

Skills

CT Procedures

Radiation Safety

Patient Care

Infection Control

Image Evaluation

Education

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

ARRT Certification

Fluoroscopy Certification

Tools

CT Equipment

Job description

Job Description:

The CT Tech performs a variety of CT procedures using ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. This position uses ingenuity, initiative, and independent judgment to perform high-quality scans.

Posting Specifics:

• Benefits Eligible: No
• Hours: PRN (As Needed)
• Shift Details: Variable
• Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights, and weekends

Essential Functions

• Maintains ARRT competency in all clinical and technical functions of the job.
• Understands and operates CT equipment and related information systems appropriately to ensure the production of quality images.
• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Performs exams per department protocol.
• Reviews and evaluates images for quality, clarity, and accuracy, ensuring that all necessary anatomical structures are captured.
• Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment for patients and staff.
• Completes studies within acceptable time limitations per department expectations without compromising patient care or the quality of the examination.
• Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses patient and/or family concerns.
• Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following the procedure.
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions or incidents.
• Follows appropriate protocol for medical necessity, coding and charging, obtaining necessary consents, maintaining applicable QC program, and reporting any equipment failures or problems.
• As ordered by the physician and under radiologist or physician supervision, administers contrast media to patients per protocol and provides education to patients regarding safety concerns inherent to contrast administration.
• Stays updated with the latest advancements in CT technology, techniques, and protocols by participating in continuing education and professional development activities.
• Assists and instructs students and other radiology technologists in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.

Scope

• Perform a variety of CT procedures to produce images of a patient's body for diagnostic purposes.
• Be responsible for obtaining patient history, explaining the procedure/process to the patients and/or family members, and addressing any patient questions/concerns.
• Collaborate with both internal and external healthcare team members to contribute to the plan of care of the patient.
• In collaboration with the Director/Manager of Imaging, assist in identifying and driving quality and performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) within 60 days, Required.
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT (R) Upon Hire, Required.
• Certified Computed Tomography Technologist - American Registry of Radiography Technologists ARRT (R)(CT), Preferred.
• Licensure in state of practice as applicable, Upon Hire, Required.
• IV Competency within 90 Days, Required.
• For caregivers hired in this role in the State of Colorado, a Fluoroscopy certification, Preferred.
• Specific facility-based certification may also be required for this role. If this applies, each facility will define and manage compliance.
• 1-2 years Work Experience CT Experience in a hospital setting, Preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Location: Platte Valley Hospital

Work City: Brighton

Work State: Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$34.06 - $52.55

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.