CT Technologist - PRN

Indiana University Health System; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Indiana University Health System at Frankfort Hospital is seeking a PRN CT technologist to operate the CT scanner, prepare and position patients, and screen for safe scanning and contrast administration. You will work closely with radiologists and referring physicians, ensuring radiation safety and proper protocol selection.

This role requires ARRT or NMTCB certification, Indiana ISDH license, Basic Life Support, and the ability to maneuver equipment.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Requires active status through ARRT (Registered Technologist - Radiography, RT(R)) or 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 ISDH license as Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT scanner and prepares/positions patients.
• Screens patients for safe scanning and safe administration of contrast.
• Obtains IV access and administers contrast as required.
• Follows radiation safety protocols and collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians.

Job description

We are searching for team members who are passionate about challenging and exciting work for the good of every patient! Our team is searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and seek excellence every day.

This position is PRN, rotating, at Frankfort Hospital.

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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