CT Technologist - PRN

Overview

This is a PRN CT Technologist position located at West Hospital.

• 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; 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.

• Requires 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, RT(R) or Nuclear Medicine, RT(NM); or 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.
• May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.