MEDICAL IMAGING - CT TECHNOLOGIST

Idaho-Falls-Community-Hospital-LL; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Bonus Program

Education Reimbursement

Discount on procedures

Job summary

Idaho Falls Community Hospital is seeking a Night Shift CT Technologist to perform CT exams and deliver high-quality images for radiologist interpretation. You will screen patients, administer IV contrast under Radiologist direction, and ensure patient safety and accurate documentation.

The role covers inpatient and emergency CT needs, involves post-processing and image evaluation, and requires ARRT CT certification and BLS.

Qualifications

• Performs CT exams and adheres to radiology policies.
• Maintains patient screening before CT and IV contrast.
• ARRT RT(R) CT certification and BLS are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of CT procedures independently and per policy.
• Render post-processing images on workstations for evaluation.
• Screen patients for IV contrast and administer contrast under Radiologist direction.
• Document patient information relevant to exam interpretation.
• Assess image quality and perform repeats as needed.
• Support inpatient and emergency CT needs and assist high-acuity patients.

Skills

CT imaging procedures

IV contrast administration

Patient screening

Radiology safety

Image post-processing

Education

Associate degree

ARRT RT(R) CT certification

BLS Certification

Tools

PACS

CT scanner operation

Job description

Idaho Falls Community Hospital is looking for a Night Shift 7 on/7 Off CT Technologist to join our team!JOB SUMMARY: The CT Technologist is responsible for the daily organization of activities in the CT and Radiology department. Performs CT exams and produces high quality images for the Radiologist to interpret and to aid the physician in diagnosing the patient.ABOUT IDAHO FALLS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL:At Idaho Falls Community Hospital, helping our community get better is our number one priority. We are committed to providing compassionate, emergency care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to have a state-of-the-art Emergency Department, a stroke and diagnostic cardiac center, and a trauma center.Our work environment is collaborative, purpose driven and people centric. Our culture is unique and it is what makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference, we have a place for you on our team.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs a variety of CT procedures independently and in accordance with existing policies and procedures including, but not limited to; enhanced and non-enhanced head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, spinal and extremity exams.Render advanced post processing image data on a work station for reconstruction and evaluation purposes.Completes proper and comprehensive patient screening prior to CT examination and IV contrast administration.Documents appropriate skill in starting IV’s for contrast administration and drawing blood for pre-contrast screening as needed.Administers intravenous injections of contrast media under the direction of a Radiologist.Documents appropriate patient information necessary for exam interpretation and patient care.Assesses technical quality of exams before giving such to the Radiologist; performs repeats as necessary.Cover CT imaging needs and exams for Inpatient and emergency patients, ability to work with high emergent and critical patients in the CT environment.Answers questions and provides information to center customers, including nursing staff, physicians and the general public on computed radiographic procedures, cross-sectional anatomy and physiology and radiation safety practices.Troubleshoots technical problems and works with the vendors to resolve problems that arise.BENEFITS:Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:Medical, Dental and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time OffRetirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)Earned Quarterly Bonus ProgramEducation Reimbursement ProgramDiscount for medically necessary procedures performed at Idaho Falls Community Hospital and Mountain View HospitalPlease note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.Education: Associate’s Degree from an approved college or university. Must hold or obtain current licensure as an RT(R) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent. Must hold or obtain current licensure as an RT(R)(CT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent within one year of hire. Must hold or obtain current BLS.Experience: Previous radiology experience necessary; 2 years preferred. Cross-sectional education and IV experience preferred