Mercy Health·Warren, Ohio
The CT Technologist performs diagnostic CT scans and assists radiologists with procedures such as biopsies and drainages. They are responsible for ensuring image quality, patient safety, and the proper administration of contrast agents.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32
Work Shift: All Work Shifts (United States of America)
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CT Technologist (Harmonized) – St. Joseph Warren Hospital
The CT Technologist applies the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of CT scanning equipment in a way that provides direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. The CT Technologist assists in the diagnosis and treatment of patients by producing diagnostic CT scans.
Assures the quality of all images and confirms that all pertinent patient/procedural data is correct.
Performs computed tomography procedures.
Performs timeout as required per policy.
Properly positions patients on CT scanning cradles and properly immobilizes patients with appropriate devices to obtain desired position.
Makes radiation exposures by energizing scanner per physician request and patient history.
Performs intravenous injections and demonstrates a knowledge of use and care of existing IVs, administers oral, rectal, and IV radiographic contracts agents specific to procedures.
Assists the radiologist with biopsies, drainage procedures, etc. utilizing sterile techniques, exhibiting safe and effective use of all contrast and radiation materials.
Maintains a working knowledge of all CT IT systems, including Radiant and PACS.
Participates in on call rotation as required.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in Diagnostic Radiology (required)
Advanced modality registration in CT, ARRT (preferred, or must obtain within 1 year)
State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• 1 year of experience as CT or Rad Tech (preferred)
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Radiology - CT - St. Joseph
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Candidates must hold ARRT certification in Diagnostic Radiology and possess or be willing to obtain BLS certification. An associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute is preferred, along with one year of experience in CT or Radiologic Technology.
Market context
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