Technologist-CT

Baptist; Covington (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist in Covington, TN is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures according to radiology practice standards to aid in diagnosis and treatment.

Responsibilities include selecting optimal techniques, developing and executing procedure plans, documenting procedures, maintaining equipment, and participating in performance improvement activities. ARRT registration required; CT credential preferred; BLS within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Registered by ARRT in Radiography (R) is required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• ARRT CT certification preferred.
• Basic computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates radiologic principles and selects the best technique and positioning for procedures.
• Develops and implements procedure plans according to hospital protocols.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies and procedures; maintains equipment and rooms.
• Participates in performance improvement activities to ensure patient care aligns with standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Radiologic principles

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARRT Registry in Radiography (R)

ARRT Registry in CT (CT) preferred

BLS certification within 30 days of hire

Job description

Job Summary

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

• 6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all CT competencies at the end of orientation period.

Preferred/Desired

Education

Minimum Required

• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with Registry in Radiography ARRT (R) required. Registry in CT ARRT (CT) preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Preferred/Desired

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

• STATE LICENSE AS REQUIRED;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;ARRT(R)

Preferred/Desired

• ARRT(CT)