Radiographer and CT I, Certified (PRN)

    Highlights

    At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. • Selects and edits scanning protocols to optimize diagnostic value, positions and accommodates patients, and responds to patient distress.

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    Description

    At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

    Job Description:

    • Job Description

    • Essential Functions

      • Verifies orders and patient identity prior to examination, obtains and communicates clinical history.

      • Operates computed tomographic equipment and accessories, demonstrating competency in CT techniques and safety procedures.

      • Selects and edits scanning protocols to optimize diagnostic value, positions and accommodates patients, and responds to patient distress.

      • Evaluates images for technical quality, uses display parameters, and ensures accurate patient identification on all images and CDs.

      • Practices radiation protection principles to minimize exposure for patients, self, and others.

      • Demonstrates competency in venipuncture, selects veins, and administers contrast media as prescribed.

      • Performs diagnostic testing and quality assurance on equipment, reports malfunctions, and coordinates service as needed.

      • Performs other duties as assigned.



      Education Requirement

      Graduate of a Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited radiography program or equivalent



      Experience Requirement

      0-2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area



       

      An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

      All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

      Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

      Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.




       

      Certifications & Licensures

      Basic Life Support (BLS), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with CT certification RT (R) (CT) (ARRT) in applicable state

      Working Conditions

      A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

      B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

      C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

      D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

      E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

      F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

      G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

      H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

      I. Working in confined spaces: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

      J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

      K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

      L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

      M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

      N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

      O. Radiation: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

      P. Burns: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

      Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

      R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

      S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

      T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

      U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

      V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A







       

      Physical Demands

      This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions. Also involves intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; intermittent risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; intermittent exposure to cuts or punctures; regular exposure to radiation; and occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, bloodborne or airborne pathogens, burns, temperature extremes, loud noises, working in confined spaces, and combative or violent people. Occasional job-related travel may also be required.




       

      Additional Job Descriptions

      N/A

    Department:

    CT Scanner

    Shift:

    Flex (United States of America)

    Address:

    2201 Lexington Avenue

    City, State:

    Ashland, Kentucky

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