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CT Technologist - PRN

Titus Regional Medical Center

#BLS #CPR #Patient Experience #MRI #ARRT #Radiologic Technology #Texas License #Computed Tomography #Medical Imaging #CT Technologist

Quick overview

Operate computed tomography equipment to produce high-quality images for diagnosing internal injuries and diseases. Ensure patient safety by following scanning protocols to minimize radiation exposure and maintaining equipment.

Requirements summary

Requires a vocational degree, ARRT registration, and a current Texas license. Candidates should have 1 to 2 years of experience and BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

professional certificateInterpersonal SkillsPatient CareEquipment MaintenancePatient SafetyPatient PositioningRadiation SafetyCT ScanningMedical Imaging

Job description

Job: CT Technologist- PRN

Job Classification: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

A CT technologist uses computed tomography (X-ray) equipment to take images of a patient’s body from different angles. Their work helps locate internal injuries and diagnose diseases. CT technologists prepare patients for exams by answering their questions and positioning them for minimal radiation exposure. People with good interpersonal skills and a desire to use technology for patient care will thrive in this role.

Essential Functions
Produces high quality C.T. scans on patients in a timely manner.
Utilizes appropriate scanning protocols to reduce radiation exposure.
Timely reports information to the Radiologist.
Cleans and maintains equipment and prepares necessary reports and maintains all required records.
Ensures the safety of patients at all times.
Adheres to and follows all patient experience initiatives.
On call duties required.
Reports to and departs from work on time and as scheduled.
Performs other duties as assigned.
OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Class I.
Must be able to deal with stress while maintaining composure.

Education Degree Level Required

Vocational
Registered or registry eligible with ARRT, a current Texas License.
C.T. registry preferred.
BLS and CPR within 30 days of employment

Work Experience Required Experience

1 to 2 years
One year experience in radiologic technology preferred.
Training in CT Scanning or Magnetic Resonance Imaging preferred.
Cross-training may be necessary.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Lifting/Carrying Pushing/Pulling lbs % Time lbs % Time 1-10 34-66 1-10 34-66 11-20 01-33 11-20 01-33 21-50 01-33 21-50 01-33 51-75 01-33 51-75 01-33 76-100 01-33 76-100 01-33

Movement % Time Bend/Stoop/Twist 1-33 Crouch/Squat 1-33 Kneel/Crawl 1-33 Reach Above Shoulder 1-33 Reach Below Shoulder 1-33 Repetitive Arm None Repetitive Hand 1-33 Grasping 1-33 Squeezing 1-33 Climb Stairs None Walking Uneven 1-33 Walking Even 34-66

Environment % Time Indoors 67-100 Outdoors 1-33 Extreme Heat None Dusty None Excessive Noise 1-33 Equipment % Time Motor Vehicles None Foot Pedals None Extreme Heat None Dusty None Excessive Noise 1-33 Work Near % Time Machinery None Electricity None SHARPS 0-33 Chemicals 0-33 Fumes 0-33 Heights None

Vision Depth Perception Required < 20" Required Color Required Peripheral Required Endurance Hours at Once Total in 12HR Sit 1 3 Stand 4 4.5 Walk 4 4.5