Description

American Traveler is seeking a CT Technologist for an evening-shift contract position in a hospital CT department, requiring ARRT (CT or CNCT) certification and Epic EMR experience.

Details

• Hospital-based CT department serving inpatients, outpatients, and Emergency Department patients
• Evening shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM, 5 days per week, 8-hour shifts (40 hrs/week)
• Backup call rotation required on evenings and weekends
• Holiday coverage on a rotation basis
• Procedures include CT angiography, 3D imaging, MIPS, VR, Vessel Analysis, MPR, and post-processing/reconstruction
• Uses independent workstations, pressure injectors, PACS, and Epic systems
• Epic EMR experience required
• No floating requirements

Requirements

• ARRT (R) registration required
• ARRT (CT) or Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT) certification required
• Illinois IEMA Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography required (license required if applicable)
• BLS certification (American Heart Association) required
• Certificate of Completion from a Radiologic Technology Program or college diploma in a related field
• Proficiency with Epic EMR required
• Experience with IV initiation and contrast media administration
• Skills in 3D imaging, MIPS, VR, Vessel Analysis, MPR, and reconstruction software
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Perform CT scans using correct technical factors, shielding, and protocols based on patient diagnosis, history, and clinical information in accordance with ACR guidelines
• Administer IV contrast media and screen patients appropriately prior to injection; consult ordering provider as needed
• Operate support equipment including independent workstations, pressure injectors, PACS, and Epic
• Complete full CT department workflow including patient identification, history acquisition, order verification, image archiving to PACS, and case completion in Meditech
• Collaborate with radiologists to tailor protocols to individual patient exam requirements
• Transport and assist with patient transfer to and from the CT table; monitor patient condition throughout procedures
• Document patient history, charges, supply usage, contrast media use, allergic reactions, IV extravasations, and unusual occurrences
• Initiate incident reports for staff or patient situations as required
• Maintain current licensure and continuing education requirements
• Candidates with prior continuous assignment at this health system may be subject to a required break in service before returning
• RTO not to exceed 7 days per 13-week contract