Senior CT Technologist

Arkansas Children's; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital is seeking a Senior CT Technologist for the Nights Monday-Thursday shift in Springdale. You will perform high-quality CT exams, serve as a Preceptor, and uphold ALARA principles while delivering compassionate patient care.

Join a pediatric-focused team with a $10K sign-on bonus and a commitment to safety, teamwork and excellence. The role requires an Associate's degree or equivalent with 6 years of direct experience and ARRT CT credentials.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college program or technical school or nursing diploma
• Bachelor's degree recommended
• Direct - 6 years of experience
• Recommended - Pediatric experience
• Certification in Radiologic Technology or ARRT CT credentials

Responsibilities

• Verifies exams as ordered by physician.
• May serve as a Preceptor and ensure correct scan protocols to minimize radiation exposure.
• Adheres to ALARA and radiation safety standards.
• Manages IV and oral contrast administration for exams.
• Explains exams to patients and families.
• Maintains a clean, organized work area and modern CT technology.
• Maintains equipment and requests service when needed.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and complies with regulations.

Skills

Radiology expertise

Patient care

Preceptor leadership

Radiation safety

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree recommended

Tools

CT Scanner

Radiology equipment

Job description

Work Shift

Night Shift

Time Type

Full time

Department

CC094230 CT Technology

Summary

$10K SIGN-ON BONUS - Student Loan repayment program - Nights Monday-Thursday 8:30pm-6:30am

Additional Information

• $10K SIGN-ON BONUS
• Student Loan repayment program
• Nights Monday-Thursday 8:30pm-6:30am (four 10-hour shifts)
• Springdale campus

Loan Repayment Program

Eligible imaging professionals at (joining) Arkansas Children’s may receive up to $36,000 in student loan repayment through Clasp, paid monthly over 36 months while you build a secure, meaningful career. Apply while in school or after graduation and launch your career with support from day one.

A Senior CT Technologist is an Expert Technologist with the ability to perform quality CT exams in a safe and timely manner, while providing excellent patient care. May serve as a Preceptor to other staff members. May act as Lead when Lead CT Technologist is out.

Required Education

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college program or technical school or nursing diploma

Recommended Education

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university

Required Work Experience

Direct - 6 years of experience

Recommended Work Experience

Direct - Pediatric

Required Certifications

1 of the following certifications is required - , Radiologic Technologist License - Arkansas Department of Health

Recommended Certifications

ARRT - Computed Tomography (CT) - American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT), Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

Description

1. Verifies exams as ordered by physician.
2. Is an expert, and may serve as a Preceptor to perform correct scan protocols in an effort to decrease radiation exposure to patients.
3. Is an expert in, and may serve as a Preceptor in the adherence to all radiation safety recommendations, including patient shielding. ALARA.
4. Is an expert, and may serve as a Preceptor in the proper administration of IV and oral contrast.
5. May serve as a Preceptor in the explanation of exams/procedures to patients and families.
6. Ensures that work area is properly maintained.
7. Ensures that work area is properly maintained.
8. Is an expert, and may serve as a Preceptor in utilization of current or new and evolving technologies in CT.
9. Maintains equipment and requests service as needed.
10. Participates in performance improvement activities. Complies with all TJC, state, federal, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Arkansas Children’s (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us) is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.

Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action.

Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us/magnet-recognition) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us/awards-and-recognition) for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest (https://www.archildrens.org/locations/arkansas-childrens-nw) provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

“Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager

“Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst

“We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator

“Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant

“When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant

Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.