CO -CT/X-Ray Tech

Job Description:

WORK WHERE OTHERS VACATION, IN BEAUTIFUL SALIDA, CO !Must be CT registered not just experienced !CT Technologist -Radiologic Technologist to work full time nights - 4 nights one week and 3 nights the next (Wed-Sat/Thur-Sat). 1930-0700. No call requiredTraining will be during day shift.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:1. Consistently provides quality patient care in a professional atmosphere while performing radiographic, CT procedures with accuracy and professionalism as prescribed by a physician, acknowledging the special needs of patients, i.e. pregnancy, trauma, sick and/or elderly patients.2. Consistently performs quality radiographic exams by:a. Determines proper technique through the selection of voltage, current and exposure time to minimize patient and staff exposure and to effect quality diagnostic images;b. Properly positions patients to obtain optimum views of specified area of body as requested by physician;c. Properly shields to minimize radiation to patient and staff and to ensure a safe environment.3. Consistently performs quality CT exams by:a. Determines proper protocol according to the ordering physician and the radiologist.b. Properly maintains proper technique according to ALARA for both adult and pediatric patients.c. Properly positions patients to obtain optimum images of body part requested.4. Consistently performs quality MR exams by:a. Determines proper protocol according to the ordering physician and radiologist.b. Consistently uses the MRI safety questionnaire to check for safety of the patient before having patient enter the MRI room.c. Properly positions patients for optimum images of body part requested.5. Transports patients to and from department and assists patient from bed or gurney to exam table.6. Assures that any required consent forms are signed prior to examination, and obtains pertinent and adequate history on all patient exams.7. Obtains and fills out proper reaction sheets and histories as necessary for all patients; and advises physician of allergies as warranted.8. Practices sterile techniques and cleanliness at all times to prevent cross-contamination.9. Performs radiographic procedures in the operating rooms, emergency rooms, recovery room and patient rooms, using portable equipment in a safe, efficient atmosphere.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEMust have graduated from an approved ARRT programCurrent Registration by the ARRT (R)(CT) or its equivalent.Minimum 2 year CT experience

Position Urgency:
Rapid Response Crisis

Shifts:
Training will be a few day shifts. 4 nights one week and 3 nights the next (Wed-Sat/Thur-Sat). 1930-0700. No call required

State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active

Minimum Years of Experience:
2

Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
33

Sub Specialty:
CT Technologist, Radiologic Technologist

General Certifications:, General Certifications(BLS/BCLS); Allied Health Certifications(ARRT(R ),ARRT(CT)); Other(NMTCB,CNMT,RVT)

Nursing Certifications:

Contract Length in Weeks:
13