CT Tech - PRN

Job Description

Baldwin Health is your community healthcare provider, a 112-bed facility offering inpatient, outpatient, emergency, diagnostic and surgical care. We are the proud recipients of many awards, including the Press Ganey Summit Award, The Joint Commission's Top Performer in Key Quality Measures and Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work.

Job Summary 

The CT Technologist I is responsible for operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and adherence to established protocols. This role involves preparing and positioning patients, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with radiologists and healthcare team members to deliver accurate and timely diagnostic results. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care are essential for success in this position. 

Schedule: PRN, as needed, schedule varies

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical experience acquired through an accredited radiologic sciences program required
• 2-4 years of experience as a Computed Tomography Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
• (R) ARDMS or ARRT - Radiographer preferred
• CT - Computed Tomography certification or eligibility to obtain within six (6) months of hire required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required

Essential Functions

• Operates CT equipment and processing systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images, ensuring compliance with departmental protocols and standards.
• Prepares and positions patients appropriately for CT procedures, using suitable positioning and immobilization techniques based on patient needs and comfort.
• Ensures accurate patient identification, verifies physician orders, and screens patients for contraindications to the examination.
• Explains procedures clearly to patients, addressing questions to alleviate fear and anxiety, and provides instructions during and after the exam.
• Collaborates with radiologists and healthcare team members to ensure accurate, timely, and patient-centered care.
• Reviews images for technical accuracy, presents completed studies to the radiologist, and communicates findings to relevant healthcare team members as needed.
• Maintains and performs regular quality control checks on CT equipment, reporting any malfunctions promptly to ensure optimal functionality.
• Documents patient clinical history and correlates it with imaging studies to support accurate diagnostic interpretation.
• Adheres to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment, and follows all infection control and radiation safety guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.