CT Technologist - Full Time 72 Hrs/Pp, 12-Hour Night Shift - Bronson Methodist Hospital
Current Bronson employees must apply using the career worklet in Workday. This posting is for external applicants only.
About the role
Performs the full range of duties required to assist radiologists during special invasive and non-invasive radiographic scans and performs a diverse range of other diagnostic radiology work on a wide variety of patients. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.
Work produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, including interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods. Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less), and assisting with heavier tasks such as lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.
Responsibilities
- Receives or escorts patients into examination area; reviews pertinent patient information; instructs patient concerning the examination to be performed.
- Prepares and calibrates equipment for procedure to be performed.
- Assists Radiologists during all special procedure studies (i.e., angiograms, vena cavagrams, etc.) to provide optimal Diagnostic/Special Radiology examinations.
- Performs computerized tomography (CT) scans on any and all parts of the body as ordered by the physician in consultation with the Radiologists.
- Operates highly sophisticated electronic equipment during exams, observing patient vital signs and other pertinent data and anticipating the needs of the physician.
- Administers or assists in the administration of contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist.
- Works as a Radiologic Technologist in other radiology sections as workload requires.
- Performs work in Radiology Department or other hospital areas as necessary to accommodate patient/physician needs.
- Operates all equipment properly and with care; regularly performs maintenance and quality control work.
- Immediately reports any malfunctions, necessary adjustments, or repairs.
- Performs first aid as required and assists in cases of adverse reaction to contrast media or in other emergencies.
- Observes and practices sterile technique and prevents cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
- Maintains cleanliness of procedure rooms and equipment.
- Maintains accurate documentation of patient and file information.
- Maintains appropriate supply level in areas of responsibility.
- Demonstrates or oversees on-the-job training for student technologists and other non-professional assistants as assigned.
Requirements
- Associate's degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
- Registered ARRT (R) upon hire; must receive ARRT CT certification within 15 months from hire date.
- Registered ARRT (NM) or NMTCB; must receive ARRT CT certification within 15 months from hire date.
- Advanced certification in CT must be attempted at 12 months and completed no later than 15 months from date of employment.
- BLS certification required within 6 months after hire.
- Excellent human relation skills to deal with patients, physicians, and others in sometimes difficult or sensitive situations, including verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and assertiveness.
- Customer service orientation.
- Leadership and organization skills, including the ability to work independently and take initiative within established procedures.
- Positive attitude.
- Ability to operate and perform basic computer programs associated with record-keeping in the department.
Schedule
- Full-time, 72 hours per pay period.
- 12-hour night shift.
- Scheduled weekly hours: 36.
Pay
- Sign-on bonus for external candidates: up to $5,000.00.
- Retention bonus for external candidates: $5,000.00.