Technologist-CT PRN II

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Memphis is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures and treatments in alignment with radiology standards. Participates in improvement activities and adheres to hospital protocols for patient safety and care quality.

The ideal candidate holds ARRT(R) with CT preferred, 6 months CT experience, and BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in CT to meet competencies by end of orientation.
• ARRT radiography registration required; CT registration preferred.
• BLS certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging procedures according to radiology practice standards.
• Develops and implements procedure/treatment plans using hospital protocols.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies.
• Maintains equipment, rooms and work areas in a safe condition.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to ensure quality care.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARRT (R) registered

BLS certification

CT ARRT 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

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)