Technologist-CT

Baptist Memorial Health Care; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in West Memphis, AR seeks a Radiology Technologist to perform CT imaging procedures following radiology standards. This role requires ARRT(R) in Radiography, CT preferred, and BLS within 30 days. 6 months CT experience preferred. Strong computer literacy is a must.

The position focuses on safe patient care, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the imaging team to ensure quality procedures.

Qualifications

• 6 months CT experience preferred.
• ARRT(R) in Radiography required; CT ARRT preferred.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates thorough understanding of radiologic principles and uses appropriate technique and positioning for optimal CT procedures.
• Develops and implements procedure/treatment plans in accordance with hospital protocols.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains imaging equipment and exam rooms in a safe, clean condition.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to ensure patient care standards are met.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARRT(R) Registered Radiologic Technologist

BLS certification

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

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.

Experience

Minimum Required

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

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.

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

Minimum Required

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

Preferred/Desired

• ARRT(CT)