CT Technologist

Company: Intermountain Health
Location: Lexington
Posted on: February 2, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description:The CT Tech performs a variety of CT procedures using ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. This position uses ingenuity, iniative, and independent judgement to perform high quality scans. Discover why Intermountain Health is a great place to work Posting Specifics:

• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hours: (36 hours)
• Shift Details: Friday, Saturday, Sunday (Weekend Nights)
• Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends Saint Joseph Hospital is part of Intermountain Health a nonprofit healthcare organization that focuses on person-centered care. Our 365-bed facility is one of the top-ranked hospitals in Denver and has been awarded the highest national recognition possible for nursing excellence - Magnet designation - by the ANCC. We are proud to extend the mission of Intermountain Health by providing care for the poor, the vulnerable, our communities and each other. Our deep community roots date back to 1873, making us one of the oldest hospitals in Colorado. Benefits are one of the ways we encourage health for you and your family. Our generous package includes medical, dental and vision coverage. But health is more than a well-working body: it encompasses body, mind and social well-being. To that end, we've launched a Healthy Living program to address your holistic health. Healthy Living includes financial incentives, digital tools, tobacco cessation, classes, counseling and Paid Time Off. We also offer financial wellness tools and retirement planning.Scope:CT Technologist responsibilities:
  • Perform CT procedures in order to obtain desired imaging results according to physician's specifications that includes, but is not limited to: transferring patients for examinations, ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis, and assisting with the CT examination process
  • Be responsible for appropriate operation of all CT Imaging and related equipment.
  • Appropriately educate, position, immobilize and perform CT procedures.
  • Coordinate CT examination to ensure timeliness, quality, and continuity of patient care.
  • Understand and follow provider Imaging orders correctly.
  • Submit required images and related clinical information to the Radiologist for interpretation.
  • Appropriately evaluate image quality
  • Provide open, accurate, and responsive communication to patients, coworkers, Radiologists, and leadership.
  • Appropriately utilize, charge, and maintain department supplies.Requirements:
    • ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT (R) Upon Hire, Required
    • Certified Computed Tomography Technologist - American Registry of Radiography Technologists ARRT (R)(CT), Preferred
    • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) within 60 days, Required
    • Licensure in state of practice as applicable, Upon Hire, Required
    • IV Competency within 90 Days, Required
    • For caregivers hired in this role in the State of Colorado, a Fluoroscopy certification, Preferred
    • Specific facility-based certification may also be required for this role. If this applies, each facility will define and manage compliance
    • 1-2 years Work Experience CT Experience in a hospital setting, PreferredNow that you know more about being a CT Technologist on our team, we hope you'll join us. At Intermountain Health, you'll reaffirm every day how much you love this work, and why you were called to it in the first place.Physical Requirements:Location:Saint Joseph HospitalWork City:DenverWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $34.06 - $52.55 We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers . Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. All positions subject to close without notice.

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