Imaging Technologist- CT (Internal Traveler)

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc.; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc. in Tulsa, OK, is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for a nights shift assignment.

You will operate CT or MRI equipment for diagnostic purposes, with a 26-week contract and potential extension; pay is $70/hour and differential/OT opportunities. Candidates must complete an accredited Radiologic Technology Program, hold ARRT registration, CPR, and have 6 months to 1 year of related experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• ARRT registration and current CPR certification.
• 6 months to 1 year of related radiology experience.

Responsibilities

• Position patient and adjust devices to obtain optimal views.
• Explain procedures to reduce anxiety and ensure cooperation.
• Administer pharmaceuticals and place IVs as required.
• Practice radiation protection to minimize exposure.
• Obtain and document images per protocols.
• Update EMR with exam orders and patient data.
• Maintain exam rooms and stock supplies.

Skills

Radiologic techniques

CT protocols

MRI knowledge

IV administration

Sharps handling

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Organization

Detail orientation

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology Program

Tools

EMR System

Job description

Shift

Nights New Pay Rate! $70/hour Shift: W/Th/F every other Sat, 7p-7a 26- week assignment with possible extension per admin approval Eligible for shift differentials and overtime No additional incentive dollars apply

Job Summary

Operates diagnostic radiologic equipment, Computerized Tomography or Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for diagnostic purposes.

Minimum Education

Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification

Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT). Current CPR Certification.

Work Experience

6 months to 1 year of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols
• DR exposure techniques and protocols, Computerized Tomography, and/or Magnetic Resonance Imaging technical principles and procedures
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Ability to properly administer pharmaceuticals intravenously for imaging procedures
• Knowledge of sharps usage practices and techniques
• Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Ability to integrate the analysis of data to discover facts or develop knowledge, concepts or interpretations
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner
• Ability to be detailed oriented as required in the examination of clinical and numerical data

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Position patient and adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by provider
• Explain procedures to allow for understanding, cooperation and to reduce anxiety of patient
• Administer appropriate pharmaceuticals pursuant to procedure, place IV's and administer enemas as required
• Practice radiation protection techniques by using beam restrictive devices and applicable exposure factors to minimize radiation to the patient, staff and others as necessary
• Obtain acceptable images using appropriate techniques and protocols
• Acquire and disseminate patient information data for exam order using Hospital EMR System
• Appropriately document information in patient charts as required or necessary
• Perform quality control checks to ensure proper operating status
• Maintains examination rooms and stock necessary supplies pursuant to established protocols

Decision Making

Independent judgment in planning sequence of operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical or professional field.

Working Relationships

• Works directly with patients and/or customers.
• Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction.
• Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.

Special Job Dimensions

None.

Supplemental Information

This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.

Location

Radiology CT Imaging - Yale Campus Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136

Safety-sensitive Position

Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.

EEO Protected Veterans/Disability

Saint Francis is a Catholic, not-for-profit Health system based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are the largest private employer in Eastern Oklahoma with over 12,000 employees, including 1,000 physicians. The health system is anchored by the 1,112-bed Saint Francis Hospital, the largest hospital in Oklahoma and the 11th largest in the nation. Our system also includes hospitals in south Tulsa, Muskogee and Vinita, as well as 110 Warren Clinic locations from Monkey Island to McAlester, northeastern Oklahoma's only children's hospital, a level IV neonatal intensive care unit, a 168-bed heart hospital, and Tulsa's leading trauma and emergency center.