Cat Scan (CT) Technician
Lifepoint Health® · Los Alamos, NM · 9 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
How You'll Contribute
- Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
- Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
- When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
- Maintains patient condition and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
- Prepares equipment and supplies.
- Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
- Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
- Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
- Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
- Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
- Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
Position Details
- Schedule: Full-time, night shift role with some schedule flexibility, works either 5x8s or 4x10s.
- Location: Specific location details are not provided.
Experience Required
- Current NM Radiologic Technologist license.
- Associate degree in a related field.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification/current upon hire.
- ARRT certified/registered in radiography and Computed Tomography (CT).
Benefits
- Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.