CT Technologist
Job Description
Overview This full-time CT Technologist position is located at Bloomington Hospital. The schedule is Saturday-Monday 3p-3a with no call required. The technologist will work two holidays per year.
The hiring team is open to cross-training and this role involves close collaboration with fellow technologists, nurses, and physicians.
Key Responsibilities • Starting IVs • Administering contrast • Acquiring high-quality diagnostic images
Sign-on bonus available to eligible applicants along with the Special Weekend pay incentive.
Operates CT scanner, prepares and positions patients. Screens patients for safe scanning and safe administration of contrast. Obtains IV access and administers contrast as required and is familiar with recognizing and responding to adverse contrast events.
Possesses knowledge of scan protocols and selection of appropriate protocol to address clinical concerns. Adjusts scan parameters to ensure diagnostic images.
Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians. Follows radiation safety protocols. Performs routine QC on equipment. Stays current with continuing education.
Assists in medical alert situations. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and members of the care team. Documents necessary information in EMR.
Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed.
Requirements
• 0-3 years of relevant experience • Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required • Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning • Requires active status through one of the following: • American Registry of Radiology Technology (ARRT) Registered Technologist - Radiography (RTR) • Nuclear Medicine RTNM • Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) • Requires advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT) through ARRT or NMTCB within 12 months of hire • Requires current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Additional Requirements • May be required to meet registry certification requirements for another modality if applicable
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