Radiology​/CT Technologist

Position: Radiology/CT Staff Technologist

About us

For the past 85 years, Stephens County Hospital has been a trusted name in the community, striving for excellence and delivering professional and compassionate care. Our dedicated staff of approximately 475 employees has a heart for healthcare and realizes how precious the gift of good health can be.

Hospital Overview

Stephens County Hospital is a 96-bed acute care hospital located in Toccoa, Georgia. We are nestled in the beautiful foothills of Northeast Georgia where our family‑oriented community offers many cultural and civic opportunities as well as numerous outdoor activities. Stephens County Hospital is a member of the Georgia Hospital Association, American Hospital Association and Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals. Stephens County Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission, the nation’s premier healthcare monitoring agency.

Radiology/CT

Staff Technologist Shifts Available

• Sunday - Thursday - 11pm - 7am
• Friday and Saturday only - 3pm - 11pm
• Saturday and Sunday - 7am - 11:30pm

Radiology/CT Staff Technologist performs diagnostic exams consistent with quality CT/Radiology Imaging.

Job Summary

Under the direction of a Radiologist and Supervisor, performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement with ingenuity and initiative to apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures required.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited school of Radiology required
• ARRT Certification is required
• Must be Registered in CT or CT experience is required for this position
• Graduate or graduation eligible of accredited ARRT Program
• BLS required for this position
• The technologist must be ARRT (CT) registered or trained in CT with least 1 yr experience as CT Tech in a clinical setting.
• Must have X‑Ray experience

Physical Demands: lifting up to 50 lbs.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

• Occasional kneeling/stooping/bending
• Occasional standing/walking
• Occasional pushing/pulling
• Occasional intensive work, requires reading, writing, & talking.
• May need to sit or stand for up to 2‑6 hours at a time
• Physically demanding, high stress environment

Non‑Essential Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Professional Requirements

• Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification while on duty.
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Attend regular staff meetings and in‑services as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to compile, code and categorize, or verify information/data
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situation
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Additional

Physical Requirements

• May need to sit for up to 2‑6 hours at a time
• Physically demanding, high‑stress environment

Physical Capabilities

• Have near normal hearing – able to hear alarms/telephone/normal speaking voice/webinars
• Have near normal vision – clarity of vision (both near and far) either corrected or non‑corrected, ability to distinguish colors
• Have good manual dexterity and eye‑hand‑foot coordination
• Standing – continuously within the shift (67‑100%)
• Walking – continuously within the shift (67‑100%)
• Climbing – occasionally within the shift (1‑33%)
• Bending/stooping – frequently…