Description
Join our team as a CT Technologist at Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital. We're seeking an experienced and skilled CT Technologist to provide exceptional care. A $7,500 sign-on bonus and relocation may be available.
As a CT Technologist, you will perform high-quality CT and diagnostic radiology examinations, verify patient identity, and evaluate images for quality and diagnostic usefulness. You will also educate patients, operate CT scanners, and maintain accurate patient records.
Responsibilities:
- Perform high-quality CT and diagnostic radiology examinations according to department protocols
- Verify patient identity, review physician orders, and prepare patients for imaging procedures
- Evaluate images for quality, positioning, technical accuracy, and diagnostic usefulness
- Safely administer contrast media and monitor patients for adverse reactions
- Adhere to all radiation safety standards and departmental policies
- Complete imaging studies efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and image quality
- Educate patients about procedures, answer questions, and promote comfort throughout the exam process
- Operate CT scanners, X-ray equipment, and related imaging systems proficiently
- Maintain accurate patient records, exam documentation, and procedure-related information
- Assist with training, orientation, and mentoring of students and fellow imaging caregivers
- Participate in quality assurance initiatives, equipment monitoring, and departmental process improvement activities
- Practice proper infection prevention and sterile technique standards
Requirements:
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R)
- ARRT (CT) preferred or obtained within a specified timeframe per department requirements
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers
- IV Competency within 30 days of hire
Physical Requirements:
- Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies
- Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately
- Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy
- Expected to lift and utilise full range of movement to transfer patients
- Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment
Benefits: We provide a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness.
Location: Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital Work City: Cedar City Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 35 Hourly range: $39.16 - $60.42