CT Technologist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Overview – Flexible Full-time / .9 FTE / 72 hours
biweekly – Night shift with great shift differential pay – No weekend
rotations – Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center – Janesville, WI
Performs computed tomography procedures and related techniques.
Administers x-radiation to produce diagnostic images for physician
interpretation. May be required to alternate shifts, weekends, holidays,
and take call. May be asked to flex hours and overtime as necessary to
provide quality patient care at assigned sites(s). Works as part of a
multidisciplinary team, serving on committees and participating in
projects as requested, taking a lead role as assigned. Provides advanced
clinical expertise and staff level leadership to the department.
Depending on site assigned, may also be required to perform radiographer
job duties. Responsibilities Assists the department coordinator by
providing clinical leadership, completes projects, advanced level
clinical duties and regular assignments as requested. Performs
diagnostic CT procedures. If assigned radiographer job duties, also
performs radiographic, fluoroscopic, surgical and portable radiographic
exams. Corroborates patients clinical history with procedure, ensuring
information is documented and available for use by the radiologist.
Prepares the patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain
desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety. Selects and
operates imaging equipment, image capture devices, and accessories to
successfully perform procedures. Positions patient to best demonstrate
anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort;
immobilizes patient as necessary. Practices aseptic technique as
necessary, Prepares and administers contrast media as appropriate to
procedures performed; starts and maintains intravenous access. Initiates
basic life support action when necessary. Provides patient education.
Provides input for supply and equipment decisions, maintains control of
inventory and supplies for assigned area. Provides practical instruction
for students and partners. Observes universal protocol, standard
precautions and appropriate patient identifiers. Applies principles of
patient safety during all aspects of procedures, including assisting and
transporting patients. Education and Experience Graduate of an
accredited radiography program Radiographer experience preferred if
assigned to perform radiographer duties Three years experience as a CT
technologist required Certification/Licensure ARRT Radiography
registration required ARRT Computed Tomography registration required
IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required if working in Illinois
WI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in Wisconsin Approved
CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days of… For full info
follow application link. EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal
employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action
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