Technologist-Ct: Redwolf Prn

Baptist Memorial Health; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures according to radiology practice standards. The role focuses on selecting the appropriate technique and positioning to aid diagnosis and treatment, while maintaining documentation and equipment condition as required by hospital policies.

The incumbent will contribute to performance improvement activities and ensure patient safety through proper protocol adherence and timely goal completion.

Qualifications

• ARRT(R) licensure required; BLS within 30 days of hire.
• Registry in CT (CT) preferred.
• New graduate who will obtain required registry within 60 days of hire; state license as required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principles/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.

Skills

Radiologic theory

Positioning techniques

Documentation

Equipment maintenance

Education

ARRT Registry

BLS Certification

Tools

CT scanner

PACS

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.

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.

Job Responsibilities

Specifications

Experience

DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all CT competencies at the end of orientation period.

Education

DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/DesiredRegistered 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

DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired

Special Skills

DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/DesiredBasic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/DesiredARRT(R);BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 60 DAYS OF HIRE;STATE LICENSE AS REQUIREDARRT(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.

Reporting Relationships

YesNo

Work Environment

Functional Demands

LabelShort DescriptionFull DescriptionSedentaryVery light energy levelLift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cartLightModerate energy levelLift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)MediumHigh energy levelLift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)HeavyVery high energy levelLift 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.

Functional Demands Rating

SedentaryLightMediumHeavy