CT Technologist IManchester, KY

CT Technologist

Located in Southeastern Kentucky, AdventHealth Manchester provides whole-person care to patients in Clay, Jackson, Knox, Laurel, Leslie and Owsley counties. Our award-winning services include inpatient, respiratory, sleep, home health, laboratory, radiology, imaging, surgery, pediatrics, family medicine, internal medicine, women's health, cardiology, orthopedics, general surgery, urology and ENT services. If you're looking for mission-driven hospital jobs, Manchester is ready to welcome you. Join our team of Manchester nurses, medical assistants, nurse assistants, patient care and health administration professionals as we extend the healing ministry of Christ in our community. To get started, visit us during our weekly walk-in interviews or join our weekly virtual career chats with AdventHealth Manchester hospital employment recruiters. Learn more about our open positions and Manchester medical jobs today.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Day

Location: 210 Marie Langdon Drive, Manchester, KY 40962

The community youll be caring for: AdventHealth Manchester

• Surrounded by beautiful forests and wildlife
• Known as The Gateway To The Redbud Capital of Kentucky
• Enjoy 3,150 acres of off-roading trails
• Home to the historical swinging bridges of Clay County
• Rich Appalachian history and culture
• Declared Elk Capital of the East
• Over 600 miles of trails provided by the Daniel Boone National Forest

The role youll contribute:

Under general supervision, the primary duties of a CT Technologist include performing imaging for both neuro and body scans on patients from neonate to geriatric, adhering to age-specific guidelines and facility parameters. Responsibilities encompass conducting examinations according to established protocols, transmitting images for diagnostic interpretation, and ensuring the hospital computer system is kept current with the progress of these exams. This role necessitates performing a variety of technical scanning procedures that require independent judgment, initiative, and the application of ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. The technologist must also assist physicians in performing procedures, maintaining records of examinations performed, and, where appropriate and licensed, may function as a Radiology Technologist or assist in the Radiology Department. In addition to imaging duties, the CT Technologist is expected to provide quality patient care, perform high-quality images and exams with sensitivity to patient needs, and adhere to safe radiation practices. Demonstrating leadership abilities, acting as a clinical resource, and assuming responsibility for related tasks as needed are also key aspects of the role. The CT Technologist is committed to outstanding customer service, maintains equally respectful relationships with all, and implements the principles of the hospital or healthcare facility. They must also adhere to the compliance plan and regulations of all local, state, and federal agencies, and to the standards of all accrediting bodies. Radiographer License requirement: Florida: Yes (CRT) Georgia: No North Carolina: No Illinios: Yes (IEMA) Kentucky: Yes (KBMIRT Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging RT) Texas: Yes (TMB MRT) Kansas: Yes (LRT) Wisconsin: Yes (State of WI Department of Safety and Professional) Services Colorado: No

The value youll bring to the team:

• Demonstrates through behavior Florida Hospitals core values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship and Teamwork as outlines in the organizations Performance Excellence Program.
• Performs all exams using FH CT protocols. Uses FH policy for proper identification of patient prior to performing exam. Educates patient concerning exam. Properly screens patients for any contrast allergies. (Exam supervision and Administration)
• Completes all exams in a timely manner, keeps work flow moving, and minimizes empty table time. Follows through after completing exam with communication, transportation and discharge of OPs. (Personal Productivity and Accountability)
• Performs all types of imaging procedures and operates all equipment safely and properly including scanners, injectors and monitors. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to perform scans on patients on all ages, adapting protocols as necessary. (Clinical Competence)
• Properly screens patients of childbearing age, and operates all imaging equipment in a safe manner minimizing radiation exposure to patients, families, and co-workers. Practices infection control standards, and utilizes approved PPE and disinfectant agents. Maintains properly stocked, organized and clean room. Performs QA on CT scanners. Employee job duties may include transport of pharmaceutical waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area. Employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling pharmaceutical waste) to include proper handling and transport of pharmaceutical waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment. (Safety and the Environment of Care)

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences youll need to succeed:

• High School Grad or Equivalent Required
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Required
• Registered Computed Tomography Technician (RTCTARRT) Required
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Required

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category: Radiology/Imaging

Organization: AdventHealth Manchester

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25029019

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.