What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist position at CommonSpirit Health?
As our CT Tech at CHI Williston Health, you will help capture usable diagnostic images from patients so the Radiologist can accurately diagnose and/or rule out different conditions.
Every day you’ll create cross-section images of the skeleton, tissues, and internal organs. You will also need to enjoy working directly with people as you play a huge role in the patient experience.
To be successful in this role, you’ll need to fully understand the importance of diagnostic imaging. This includes knowledge of the general imaging workflow, various patient positioning techniques, and capturing clear results for timely and accurate diagnosis.
CHI Williston Health now part of CommonSpirit Health formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health have a variety of skills from clinical to project management. In our Critical Access Hospital you will be exposed to the emergency department acute care (Med/Surg) swing bed surgery outpatient treatment and so much more! CHI Williston Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our employees well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance.
If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
We are offering a $15,000 Sign-on Bonus in addition to relocation to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements!
Responsibilities
- Able to perform all CT exams within scope of practice, capable of obtaining quality radiographs of all body parts using proper exposure, markers, and shielding, and knows how to use portable x-ray machines and c-arms.
- Instructs and educates patient regarding the ordered test and prepares the patient for the procedure
- Able to use CR reader, erase CR cassettes, send images from CR reader, and perform image manipulation as necessary.
- Able to access PACS, review studies, and perform basic functions for image manipulations. Resolve QA issues, close studies as reviewed, burn CD’s, transfer images, and print from PACS.
- Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms
- Maintains order, stock, and cleanliness of all areas in the department
- Practices safe work habits, compliance with safety rules and regulations, and adheres to safety policies
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Graduate of an accredited college or technical school for Radiologic Technology
Required Licensure and Certifications
- Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Licensed by the North Dakota Society of Radiologic Technologists (RT).
- Certification for American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training
- Strong oral communications skills
- Ability to deal with conflict and difficult people
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Knowledge of all regulatory agencies and their standards and processes
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Minimum of 12 months of experience as a Radiologic Technologist
- CE Continuing Education qualifications for CT
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, $15,000 sign-on bonus, relocation and more!
