CT Technologist

$28 - $43/Yr

Intermountain Healthcare - Billings, MT

Part-time - Entry Level

Billings, MT

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About the position

The CT Tech performs a variety of CT procedures using ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. This position uses ingenuity, initiative, and independent judgement to perform high quality scans. St. Vincent Healthcare is part of SCL Health, a faith-based, nonprofit healthcare organization that focuses on person-centered care. Our 286-bed level II trauma center has provided care in Montana and the surrounding area since 1898, and our 30-clinic network ensures community needs are met. We offer comprehensive, specialty care, including a 'hospital within a hospital' specifically for children, and are proud to extend SCL Health's missions by treating the poor, the vulnerable, our community and each other.

Responsibilities

• Maintains ARRT competency in all clinical and technical functions of the job
• Understands and operates CT equipment and related information systems appropriately to ensure production of quality images
• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam
• Performs exams per department protocol
• Reviews and evaluates images for quality, clarity, and accuracy, ensuring that all necessary anatomical structures are captured
• Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment for patients and staff
• Completes studies within acceptable time limitations per department expectations without compromising patient care or the quality of the examination
• Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses patient and/or family concerns
• Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques
• Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions or incidents
• Follows appropriate protocol for medical necessity, coding and charging, obtaining necessary consents, maintaining applicable QC program and reporting any equipment failures or problems
• As ordered by the physician and under radiologist or physician supervision administers contrast media to patients per protocol and provides education to patients regarding safety concerns inherent to contrast administration
• Stays updated with the latest advancements in CT technology, techniques, and protocols by participating in continuing education and professional development activities
• Assists and instructs students and other radiology technologists in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment

Requirements

• Health Services\ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• ARRT (RT)(R) Upon Hire, required
• Health Services\BCLS - Basic Life Support within 60 Days, required
• Health Services\IV - IV Certification within 60 Days, required
• Relevant state licensure Upon Hire, required
• For caregivers hired in this role in the State of Colorado, a Fluoroscopy License Upon Hire, required
• Must complete the controlled substance module within 30 Days (where applicable)
• Must complete the initial moderate sedation module within 30 Days (where applicable)
• Specific facility-based certifications may also be required for this role

Nice-to-haves

• 1-2 years of CT Experience, preferred
• Experience in a healthcare setting, preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Healthy Living program including financial incentives, digital tools, tobacco cessation, classes, counseling and Paid Time Off
• Financial wellness tools and retirement planning
• Tuition assistance, certification assistance, up-front tuition through the PEAK program, debt-free degrees, and other department education payments or employer-paid education assistance