PRN CT Technologist

Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids; Cedar Rapids (IA); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 58 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT exams with a focus on patient safety and quality imaging. You will explain procedures, verify patient information, and ensure accurate documentation.

The role includes supervising students and maintaining compliance with radiation safety standards. The position requires ARRT CT certification, Iowa licensure, and current BLS, with one year of CT experience preferred.

Qualifications

• ARRT CT certification or eligibility.
• State Permit to Practice Diagnostic Radiography.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Iowa IDPH mandatory reporter training completed.
• One year CT experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Perform CT exams per established protocol with minimal radiation.
• Explain and prepare patients for CT procedures.
• Verify patient identity and requested exam.
• Review history for exam appropriateness and image quality.
• Supervise radiography students and train new staff.
• Adhere to radiation safety and report unsafe conditions.

Outils

RIS

PACS

Work Day

Description du poste

Work ShiftVariable/Rotating ShiftsScheduled Weekly Hours0SummaryThis position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing computed tomography procedures, including CT procedures of an invasive nature.Job DescriptionJob DutiesEnsures that all accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome.Performs CT exams according to established protocol and with the least amount of radiation needed to obtain a quality image.Explains and prepares the patient for all CT exams.Demonstrates a working knowledge of RIS, PACS, Work Day and other computer software as assigned.Identifies each patient correctly verifying the exam to be performed.Reviews each patient's medical history and clinical diagnosis for appropriateness of exam.Reviews CT images for technique, positioning, laterality, patient demographics and image quality and repeats images of poor quality.Establishes intravenous access, using sterile technique, to inject contrast media.Supports the School of Radiology educational process.Supervises students as outlined in the Student Supervision policy.Trains radiography students and new employees while providing quality patient care.Adheres to the Iowa Department of Public Health Radiation Safety Regulations as it applies to worker and patient safety in the CT department.Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.Completes a minimum of one shift per month per PRN policy requirement.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesCompetent in using diagnostic (fixed and portable) x-ray equipment.Competent with Computed Tomography equipment and scanning.Competent in using department information systems and PACS.Professional ExperienceOne year experience in CT preferred.EducationEducation sufficient to obtain required licensure.Licensure, Certification, RegistrationAmerican Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) or (CT) certificate required.Iowa Department of Public Health State Permit to Practice Diagnostic Radiography required.Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), in accordance with the American Heart Association required.Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.Physical RequirementsMedium: Exert 20-50lbs. of force occasionally and/or 10-15 lbs. of force frequently.Pay Rate TypeHourlyMercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.