CT Tech

Full-time position, 80 hours per pay period on the evening shift (8-hour shifts).

Pay

$41.63 – $61.80 USD per hour. This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this role.

About the role

Performs a variety of CT scans for patients of all ages. Applies principles, theories, and techniques of computed tomography scanning to provide reliable scan results. Works with patients across all age groups (neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric).

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic CT exams with established standards and practices.
• Adjusts and operates computerized equipment to scan designated anatomical areas.
• Reviews physicians' orders and protocols.
• Positions, transfers, and properly immobilizes patients as required.
• Performs safe I.V. injections, monitors, and manages I.V.’s.
• Reviews and evaluates completed exams for quality and completeness.
• Monitors patients continually during and after scan.
• Follows safety procedures and guidelines and reports unsafe practices and conditions.
• Takes call nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis, including special procedures; must be within 20-minute travel time to the hospital.
• Relates with medical staff maintaining departmental policies, quality assurance, safety, statistics, environmental, and infection control.
• Consistently and appropriately follows universal precautions.
• Critiques images.
• Maintains adequate supplies.
• Stays current on CT developments through professional journals, on-the-job training, and other educational opportunities.
• Consults Radiologists as needed.
• Assists in transporting patients.

Requirements

• Graduate of an Accredited Radiologic Technology program in Radiology.
• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification in CT or obtain within 6 months.
• Current ARRT and Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) certification.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Image Wisely pledge certificate or must obtain within 30 days of hire date and annually by January 30 thereafter.
• Image Gently pledge certificate or must obtain within 30 days of hire date and annually by January 30 thereafter.
• Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One (1) year CT experience preferred.

Skills

• Ability to use a personal computer and various software programs applicable to the position.
• Ability to operate applicable office equipment.
• Effective interdepartmental and public communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, think and act independently with minimal supervision.
• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance at the assigned job location.

Benefits

Competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for employees.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements

• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently.
• Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs.
• Adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate color vision.
• Requires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination, and ability to grasp and handle objects.
• Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, chair, or wheelchair.
• May be required to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.
• May require periodic use of a personal computer.

Union Affiliation: UFCW