Technologist-CT

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures and treatments according to radiology practice standards. The role supports accurate diagnosis and patient care, with responsibilities for documentation, equipment upkeep, and participation in quality-improvement activities.

Minimum ARRT Radiography certification and BLS are required; CT registry preferred. 6 months CT experience is noted, with a state license and ongoing professional responsibilities.

Qualifications

• ARRT registration in Radiography required with CT registry preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Proficient in radiology procedures and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging procedures following radiology standards to aid diagnosis and treatment.
• Develops and implements procedure/treatment plans with established hospital protocols.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies.
• Maintains radiology equipment, rooms, and work areas for safety.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to align with standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Radiologic theory

Procedure positioning

Documentation

Computer literacy

Education

ARRT certification in Radiography

BLS certification within 30 days

CT ARRT registry preferred

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.

Overview

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

Preferred/Desired

Minimum Required

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)