Technologist-CT PRN II

Baptist Memorial Health Care; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in West Memphis, AR is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specialized in CT to perform imaging procedures according to radiology practice standards to aid in diagnosis and treatment.

Responsibilities include selecting the most appropriate technique and positioning, developing procedure plans, documenting per hospital policies, maintaining equipment, and participating in performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

• ARRT(R) registration in Radiography required.
• CT ARRT registry preferred.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• State license as required to practice radiologic technology.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of radiologic principles/theory and uses appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments.
• Develops the procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements the plan following hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required by hospital policies.
• Maintains equipment, rooms, and work areas in a neat, safe condition.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to ensure patient care aligns with standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARRT Registry (R) Radiography

CT Registry (CT) preferred

BLS certification within 30 days

State license as required

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)