CT Technologist - PRN, Sugarhouse Health Center

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated CT Technologist to join their team at the Sugarhouse Health Center. This role involves performing specialized radiologic procedures and providing exceptional patient care. The ideal candidate will be skilled in using CT scanners and have a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, this position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the health and well-being of the community. If you're passionate about patient care and radiologic technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Radiologic Technologist in Utah required.
• ARRT Registration as a Computed Tomography Technologist R.T.(CT)(ARRT).

Responsibilities

• Perform CT and special procedures using CT scanners.
• Screen patients to prevent potential problems with procedures.
• Analyze images for quality and perform post-processing.

Skills

CT Scanning

Patient Care

Effective Communication

Image Analysis

Venipuncture

Education

Radiologic Technologist License

ARRT Registration

Tools

PowerChart

RIS

Epic

Job description

CT Technologist - PRN, Sugarhouse Health Center

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Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research, and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for performing specialized radiologic procedures involving the application of prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. It provides direct patient care and may include access and administration of medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT and special procedures using CT scanners and angiographic high-pressure injectors.
• Screens patients to prevent potential problems with procedures.
• Performs angiographic or special interventional procedures.
• Completes and verifies all requests, charges, and drug logs to maintain supplies and ensure accurate documentation.
• Maintains the integrity of the equipment.
• Assists in reducing waste by properly utilizing resources and materials.
• Proposes solutions to management for problem resolution.
• Implements new procedures and protocols.
• Analyzes images for quality.
• Performs venipuncture, care of IVs, chest tubes, oxygen, and catheters.
• Performs radiology functions in programs such as PowerChart, Teletracking, RIS, and Epic.
• Performs post-processing and image reconstruction.
• Restocks supplies when time permits.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Potential to perform essential functions as outlined.
• Ability to provide care to the served population.
• Knowledge of lifespan growth and development principles, with ability to assess patient data and provide care per policies and procedures.
• Effective human relations and communication skills.
• Proficiency in PowerChart, RIS, and Epic.

Qualifications

Licenses Required:

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through University of Utah Health RQI system (to be obtained within 30 days of hire).
• Current licensure as a Radiologic Technologist in Utah.
• ARRT Registration as a Computed Tomography Technologist R.T.(CT)(ARRT).
• Additional licenses as determined by the hiring department.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Employee must meet physical requirements with or without accommodations, including lifting up to 100 pounds, and performing tasks such as lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and moving objects or patients.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, color determination, lifting, listening, manual dexterity, near vision, pulling, pushing, reaching, sitting, speaking, standing, stooping, crouching, walking.