CT Tech

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Up to $7500 Bonus Based on Eligibility

Performs computerized tomographic procedures for the diagnosis of disease and injury according to protocols established by Radiologists.

Responsibilities

• Performs computerized tomographic procedures for the diagnosis of disease and injury according to protocols established by Radiologists.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Develops knowledge and skill sets required for extensive computer reconstruction, to include additional types of software (such as a Vitria workstation or similar), which performs advanced cardiac modeling. Maintains required knowledge and skill sets to perform advanced technical imaging, required by CT scanners of 64 slices and above. Develops advanced knowledge of 3-dimensional anatomy, in particular vascular and cardiovascular anatomy.
• Collects pertinent patient history and documents on requisition. Checks for accuracy of ordered exams by comparing to written physician order. Verifies correct patient by two forms of identity verification, prior to injecting patient or starting exam. Maintains patient confidentiality per established CHN policies regarding HIPAA rights and practices.
• Starts intravenous access as needed, and performs I.V. injections using proper technique. Understands how to treat patients with infiltrated IV sites. Understands management of patients with elevated Creatinine levels. Maintains proper oxygen therapy on patients who require oxygen. Maintains skills required to change oxygen tanks. Must be able to use masks and nasal canula. Adjusts rate of O2 flow with mask/nasal canula according to written physician orders. Secures, transports, and secures e-cylinders.
• Maintains radiation safety for women of childbearing age, in accordance with existing imaging department standards. Documents patient education on requisition/worksheet as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements

• Experience: One (1) year experience as a Radiologic Technologist.

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiology Program.

• Certifications: ARRT- R (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist). ARRT- CT, obtain CT certification within 2 years of hire/transfer date. Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.

• Preferred Requirements

• Experience: Previous CT experience.

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Organization Description

Established in 1961, St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center. The hospital offers advanced care that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center and spacious and comfortable labor and delivery units. Additional services include high-quality care in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, stroke and emergency medicine. Join our team!

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