Weekend Only CT Technologist – Diagnostic Imaging – Lorain Hospital

Mercy Home Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus (weekend)

Referral bonus

Paid time off

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Lorain Hospital is seeking a CT Technologist for weekend shifts to provide direct patient care through diagnostic CT imaging. You will ensure image quality, properly position patients, and assist radiologists with procedures while maintaining CT IT systems and patient safety.

The role requires performing CT scans, managing contrast administration, and participating in on-call rotations, with a strong focus on accuracy and compassionate care in a fast-paced imaging department.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from ARRT accredited institute (preferred).
• 1 year CT or Rad Tech experience (preferred).
• BLS, ARRT registration in Diagnostic Radiology required.
• Advanced modality CT registration preferred or must be obtained within 2 years.
• State licensure preferred where the job is performed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure image quality and verify correct patient data.
• Perform computed tomography procedures.
• Perform required timeouts per policy.
• Position patients and immobilize as needed for accurate results.
• Acquire radiation exposures per physician request and patient history.
• Administer contrast agents and manage IVs as required.
• Assist radiologist with biopsies or drainage procedures using sterile technique.
• Maintain CT IT systems including Radiant and PACS.
• Participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Literacy

Commitment to patient-based care

Calm Demeanor

Critical Thinking

Safety

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate's from ARRT accredited institute

Tools

EPIC

PACS

Job description

Imaging Positions At Mercy Lorain Hospital Reward You With

• A $12,500 sign on bonus for Weekend Only new hires
• Referral bonus incentive programs
• Competitive paid time off accrual
• Excellent health benefits through UMR
• Competitive tuition assistance for continued career growth
• And more!
  

CT Tech - Weekends Only - Lorain Hospital
Shift/Schedule

• 24 Scheduled Hours Per Week
• Shift Times - Evenings/Nights
• Weekends Only - Friday, Saturday, or Sunday
• This position qualifies for a 30% pay premium as a part of our weekend only program
  

Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position
The CT Technologist applies the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of CT scanning equipment in a way that provides direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. The CT Technologist assists in the diagnosis and treatment of patients by producing diagnostic CT scans.
Essential Job Functions

• Assures the quality of all images and confirms that all pertinent patient/procedural data is correct.
• Performs computed tomography procedures.
• Performs timeout as required per policy.
• Properly positions patients on CT scanning cradles and properly immobilizes patients with appropriate devices to obtain desired position.
• Makes radiation exposures by energizing scanner per physician request and patient history.
• Performs intravenous injections and demonstrates a knowledge of use and care of existing IVs, administers oral, rectal, and IV radiographic contracts agents specific to procedures.
• Assists the radiologist with biopsies, drainage procedures, etc. utilizing sterile techniques, exhibiting safe and effective use of all contrast and radiation materials.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all CT IT systems, including Radiant and PACS.
• Participates in on call rotation as required.
  

Licensing/Certification

• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in Diagnostic Radiology (required)
• Advanced modality registration in CT, ARRT (preferred, or must obtain within 2 years)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
  

Education
Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)
Work Experience
1 year of experience as CT or Rad Tech (preferred)
Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)
  

Patient Population

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)
• Not applicable to this position
  

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
• May be required to use physical restraints
• May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
• May have periods of constant interruptions
• General office environment
• Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
• Prolonged periods of working alone
• Other: May be required to work in multiple departments throughout your shift
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
  

Skills

• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Computer Literacy
• Commitment to patient-based care
• Calm Demeanor
• Critical Thinking
• Safety
• Attention to Detail