CT Technologist

About the role

In a career as a CT Technologist, you join us in providing life-changing care to patients from across the region. In this role, you will perform CT scans and tasks associated with the operation of scanners and processing of images.

Schedule

Full-Time, 8 hour days or 10 hours days, with rotating call covering x-ray and OR and rotating holidays. Locations: West Hospital

Major responsibilities & duties

• Performs complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of the CT scanner in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures, including all patient screening procedures.
• Assures that for all scans correct patient, imaging site, patient positioning, correct protocols and scan parameters are verified.
• Positions and instructs patients for CT scans using immobilization, support, and protective devices.
• Administers contrast media, if indicated; screens and educates patients regarding contrast media, possible reactions, and post procedure contrast instructions; implements emergency procedures in response to contrast media reactions.
• Able to successfully send images to PACS and demonstrate basic knowledge of PACS software.
• Evaluates CT scans for technical quality, collates processed images, in sequence of exposure, and appropriately labels.
• Routes images and appropriate history electronically to the interpreting radiologist.
• Ensures correct charging of procedures and supplies.
• Participates in department performance improvement and survey readiness activities.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Radiology service standards.

Required qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved, accredited School of Radiologic Technology or an Education in Radiologic Technology from an approved program in the U.S. Military required.
• ARRT in Radiography and CT, and a Nebraska licensure, board eligible in CT required.
• CPR Certification required.

Benefits

• A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location.
• Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs.
• Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.
• We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account.
• Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few.