Technologist-CT PRN II

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Memphis, TN seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures per radiology practice standards, aiding in diagnosis and treatment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities include selecting technique and positioning, developing procedure plans, following hospital protocols, documenting in patient records, maintaining equipment, and contributing to performance improvement activities to ensure safe, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Basic computer literacy is required.
• Registered by ARRT in Radiography is required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• ARRT CT registry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of radiologic principles/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures.
• Develops and implements an appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Completes documentation in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Participates in hospital and departmental performance improvement activities to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARRT(R) Registry in Radiography

BLS Certification

ARRT(CT) 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.

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.

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)