Multi Crossed Trained CT Tech - Diagnostic Radiology

Health First; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hire-on bonus of $15,000

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Health First in the Town of Florida is seeking a Multi-Modality CT Technologist to perform CT scans and other imaging procedures across various modalities. Responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, operating imaging equipment, and adhering to healthcare regulations. Candidates should have completion of an accredited radiologic technology program, Florida General Radiographer licensure, and hold ARRT (R) and advanced ARRT (CT) certifications. This full-time role offers a possible hire-on bonus and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• General Radiographer licensure in the State of Florida is required.
• ARRT (R) and advanced ARRT (CT) certification within two years of start date.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT scans and other imaging procedures to assist in diagnosis.
• Ensure patient safety during imaging processes.
• Monitor patients during the exams.

Skills

Ability to report on call

Effective time management

Critical-thinking skills

Education

Completion of a program accredited by ARRT

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Highlights

You may be eligible for a hire on bonus of $15,000 and relocation assistance.

Schedule: Full-Time, days vary, 1:00 PM–1:30 AM. Shift Times: evenings. Paygrade: 39.

Position Summary

The Multi-Modality CT Technologist performs Computed Tomography (CT) scans and other imaging procedures across multiple modalities in radiology to assist in accurate customer/patient diagnosis and treatment. The technologist operates advanced imaging equipment, ensuring customer/patient safety and comfort while following applicable protocols, regulations, and collaborating with healthcare teams to produce high-quality diagnostic images.

Primary Accountabilities

• Maintains a safe environment with the operation of CT and diagnostic imaging equipment for patients/customers, coworkers, and self by adhering to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Performs general radiographic, fluoroscopic, emergency room, trauma, operating room, and portable procedures.
• Screens patients appropriately for CT and diagnostic imaging exams and documents and communicates pertinent information before and after procedures.
• Positions patients for CT scans and diagnostic imaging exams using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with safety protocols.
• Produces images that meet image quality standards and evaluates CT scans and diagnostic imaging exams for technical quality.
• Identifies, prepares, and administers medications properly within the technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Monitors patients during exams, observing for adverse reactions or complications and taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Maintains flexibility, adapts to changes in workflow and the needs of the organization based upon fluctuations in patient volume.
• Communicates effectively with patients, LP, other associates, and the public using excellent customer‑relations skills.
• Follows all federal, state, and regional healthcare regulations and adheres to The Joint Commission (TJC) and American College of Radiology (ACR) standards.
• Provides orientation and education for new technologists and assists radiologists in developing new protocols and imaging techniques.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Completion of a program or school accredited by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Licensure: General Radiographer licensure in the State of Florida.
• Certification: ARRT (R) and advanced ARRT (CT) certification within two (2) years of start date.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained thereafter.
• Skills/knowledge/abilities: Ability to report to the facility within thirty (30) minutes when on call; work effectively in a stressful environment and respond to life‑threatening situations; demonstrate effective time management, critical‑thinking skills, and coordinate scheduling and patient flow.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior CT and diagnostic imaging experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Physical Requirements

• Physically agile; requires walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching majority of the shift.
• Heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without assistance.
• May require moving in tight or confined spaces, reaching overhead, or performing tasks in various environments.
• May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment up to 90% of the shift.
• May be exposed to extreme temperatures, air contamination, dirt, grease, water, biohazards such as blood/body fluids, and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• May operate manual and motorized equipment used in material transportation.
• May be exposed to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work positions; must communicate with others to exchange information and possess visual acuity and hand‑eye coordination.
• Workspace may vary from open to confined.
• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter and use a personal vehicle.

Benefits

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. We build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects diverse voices, leveraging varied ideas and perspectives to deliver better results.