At AdventHealth in Merriam, Kansas, United States
Job Description
CT Technologist, multiple shifts available, new competitive pay rates, up to $10,000 Sign On Bonus
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
- Vision, Medical & Dental Benefits from Day One
- Student Loan Repayment Program
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ.
Schedule: Please submit your desired shift, and we will work to accommodate.
The community you’ll be caring for:
At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center, you’re more than just a number on a chart. You’re a whole person who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit.
The role you’ll contribute:
Under the direction of a Radiologist, performs CAT Scan procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to acquire Cat Scan images for radiological diagnosis. Must keep the room clean and stocked with supplies that are required to perform CAT Scan procedures.
The value you’ll bring to the team:
- Maintains all the essential job functions of the CT Technologist.
- Reviews scheduled patient’s requisitions and chart before starting exam.
- Administers opaque contrast material as directed by Radiologist.
- Starts IV’s on outpatients that require IV contrast.
- Draw labs for Creatine when possible to expedite patient care.
- Communicates with nurses and physicians to expedite patient care.
- Locates orders, lab work, allergies, and any other related resources on the patient in Power Chart.
- Sends images to VRC in a timely manner and scans VRC report into PACS.
- Gives oral contrast, when scheduled, to abdomen and pelvis CAT Scan patients one to two hours prior to exams.
- Participates in the training of new CT techs.
- Operates Cerner System proficiently, troubleshoots problems with orders, and makes corrections within the scope of user level.
- Completes and charges exams correctly on Cerner System.
- Sends all exams to PACS System and knows what to do if PACS is down.
- Adheres to radiation safety standards.
- Assumes responsibility for assigned area and reports equipment malfunctions.
- Follows “Standard of Behavior” guidelines per hospital policy.
- Incorporates patient, physician, customer needs, and concerns into decision-making and organizational action.
- Follows the AIDET model (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank) Personalized Patient Care Every Patient Every time.
- Maintains ethical relationships and cooperates with all personnel in proper conduct of department.
- Demonstrates commitment to personal and professional development and pursues appropriate continuing education.
- Maintains professional appearance in accordance with dress code standards.
- Attends a minimum of 50% of scheduled department meetings and is accountable for obtaining information from missed meetings.
- Provides patient transportation when needed.
- Performs other related duties as required and deemed necessary per Radiology Director or Manager.
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Associate’s Degree or Graduate of a Technical School
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
- Up to 1 Year of Position-Related Experience
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
- Nationally Registered ARRT
- ARRT Registered CT Technologist
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Radiology/Imaging
Organization: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1 – Day
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.
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