CT Technologist - PRN

IU Health; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health Fishers Hospital in Fishers, IN seeks a PRN CT Technologist to operate the CT scanner, prepare and position patients, and ensure safe imaging with proper contrast administration. You will follow radiation safety protocols and collaborate with radiologists and care teams.

Qualified candidates hold ARRT CT certification or NMTCB CNMT, ISDH Radiologic Technologist license, and AHA BLS, with 0–3 years’ experience; CT credential to be obtained within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Must have ARRT CT certification or NMTCB CNMT credential.
• ISDH license as Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 0–3 years of CT experience preferred.
• CT credential to be obtained within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT scanner and position patients for imaging.
• Screen and prepare patients; administer contrast as required.
• Maintain radiation safety protocols and perform routine QC tasks.
• Collaborate with radiologists and referring physicians; document in EMR.

Skills

ARRT CT Certification

NMTCB CNMT

ISDH Radiologic License

AHA BLS Certification

0-3 years experience

Job description

Overview

This is a PRN CT Technologist opportunity at IU Health Fishers Hospital in Fishers, Indiana.

The PRN schedule offers flexibility, allowing team members to pick up shifts based on their availability. Ideally, candidates will have some weekday availability to help support coverage needs.

No call responsibilities or holiday coverage are required for this position.

Job Duties, Tasks and Qualifications:

Operates CT scanner, prepares and positions patients. Screens patients for safe scanning and safe administration of contrast. Obtains IV access, and administers contrast as required and is familiar with recognizing and responding to adverse contrast events. Possesses knowledge of scan protocols and selection of appropriate protocol to address clinical concerns. Adjusts scan parameters to ensure diagnostic images. Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians. Follows radiation safety protocols. Performs routine QC on equipment. Stays current with continuing education. Assists in medical alert situations. Communicates effectively with patients, families and members of the care team. Documents necessary information in EMR. Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed.

• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
• Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Radiology Technology (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Radiography , RT(R) or Nuclear Medicine, RT(NM); or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB): Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT).
• Requires advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT) through ARRT or NMTCB within 12 months of hire.
• Requires current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.

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