CT Technologist Weekend

Intermountain Health; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 48,560 - 74,927; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a CT Tech at Platte Valley Hospital in Brighton, Colorado. The role involves performing various CT procedures and ensuring high-quality scans while adhering to safety protocols and patient care standards.

Qualified candidates must have ARRT certification and meet minimum qualifications, including a BCLS certification. The hourly compensation for this position ranges from $35.25 to $54.39, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification must be obtained upon hire.
• Basic Life Support certification is required within 60 days.
• IV competency training must be completed within 90 days.
• State licensure relevant to the position is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures using ionizing radiation for diagnosis.
• Maintain ARRT competency in all functions.
• Ensure quality images through appropriate equipment operation.
• Provide patient education and comfort during scans.

Skills

ARRT Certification (RT)(R)

Basic Life Support (BCLS)

IV Competency

Fluoroscopy License (Colorado)

CT experience

Healthcare experience

Job description

Overview

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

Responsibilities

• Maintains ARRT competency in all clinical and technical functions of the job
• Understands and operates CT equipment and related information systems appropriately to ensure 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 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

Qualifications

CT Tech Minimum Qualifications

• Health Services\ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT (RT)(R) Upon Hire
• Health Services\BCLS - Basic Life Support within 60 Days
• Health Services\IV - IV Competency within 90 Days
• Relevant state licensure as applicable, Upon Hire
• (Where applicable) Must complete the controlled substance module within 30 Days
• (Where applicable) Must complete the initial moderate sedation module within 30 Days
• Specific facility-based certifications may also be required for this role. If this applies, each facility would define and manage compliance.

CT Tech Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Computed Tomography Technologist - American Registry of Radiography Technologists ARRT (R)(CT)
• 1-2 years of CT experience
• 1-2 years experience in a healthcare setting
• For caregivers hired in this role in the State of Colorado, a Fluoroscopy License
• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy
• Ability to lift and transfer patients and to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment
• Ability to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time
• May require driving a vehicle as part of the role

Work Environment

Location: Platte Valley Hospital, Brighton, Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Compensation: The hourly range for this position is $35.25 - $54.39, depending on experience.

EEO and Benefits

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

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to caregivers. Learn more about our benefits here.

All positions subject to close without notice.