Technologist-CT: Redwolf

Baptist; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures and contribute to patient diagnosis and treatment. You will apply radiologic principles, select optimal techniques, and document procedures according to hospital standards.

Requires ARRT (Radiography) and BLS within 30 days; CT ARRT preferred. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to protocols in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Registered ARRT in Radiography is required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• CT ARRT registry preferred for role.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of radiologic principles/theory and uses the best technique and positioning for procedures.
• Develops an appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements plan following hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Performs required documentation to comply with hospital policies.
• Keeps equipment and rooms clean, safe, and organized.
• Participates in hospital/department Performance Improvement activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARRT Registry (Radiography)

BLS certification within 30 days

CT Registry preferred

Tools

ARRT CT licensure

CR imaging protocols

Job description

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.

Required Population Served

Job 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

Description

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

Education

Description

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.

Training

Description

Special Skills

Description

Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

Description

ARRT(R);BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 60 DAYS OF HIRE;STATE LICENSE AS REQUIRED

ARRT(CT)

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

Yes

No

Functional Demands

• Label
• Short Description
• Full Description
• Sedentary
• Very light energy level
• Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart
• Light
• Moderate energy level
• Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)
• Medium
• High energy level
• Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)
• Very high energy level
• Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.