CT Tech

Job description

Summary
CT Tech-PRN
First Shift
Baptist Health Imaging services include Inpatients, emergency patients, as well as Outpatients. The procedures and imaging provided are as follows but are not limited to: Diagnostic Procedures: Hysterosalpingogram, Nephrostogram, Arthrograms, Sinograms, Pyelograms, Cystograms, Barium Studies, Portable X-Ray and Fluoroscopy, and all Routine Radiographic Exams.
Provides health care services applying pulsed x-ray energy to assist diagnosis or treatment. Performs CT procedures, computer processing and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by or at the request of a licensed independent practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of service and maintains a demeanor complimentary to medical ethics. Recognizes various patient conditions in order to provide appropriate patient care to ensure successful completion of the exam or procedure.
Job Description:
CT Tech-PRN
• Perform high-quality CT imaging procedures for accurate interpretation by the Radiologist.
• Verify patient identification, orders, and medical history to ensure proper exam preparation.
• Administer contrast materials safely and document procedures, reactions, and medications accurately.
• Monitor patients throughout exams, ensuring safety, comfort, and adherence to radiation protection standards (ALARA).
• Perform daily equipment warm-up, quality control (QC) checks, and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.
• Accurately archive and verify images in PACS; notify administrators of any imaging or transmission issues.
• Collaborate with Radiologists and the CT Coordinator to maintain imaging protocols and support ACR accreditation requirements.
• Assist in developing and adjusting exam protocols for adult and pediatric patients in accordance with regulatory and safety guidelines.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of supplies and linens, ensuring readiness of the CT suite.
• Provide guidance and training to new staff and imaging students during clinical rotations.
• Adhere to all hospital policies, safety procedures, and infection control standards.
• Participate in required training programs, emergency preparedness, and quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements
• Associate degree
• Current American Registry Radiologic Technology (ARRT) Registry in Radiography RT(R)
• Current Commonwealth of Kentucky Radiation License with the Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy.
• One or two years in Special Imaging Preferred
• BLS required, new employees requiring CPR-Basic Life Support (BLS)-American Heart Association should receive (CPR) training within the first week of orientation.
• Must obtain Advanced ARRT Registry in Computed Tomography (CT) within 1 year

Benefits:
• Preventive Plan
• Retirement Plans
• Flimp Decisions - Flimp Decisions will help you pick the best value plan option given your expected medical needs. The proprietary algorithm provides a personalized financial analysis and recommendation, considering both premium and expected out-of-pocket cost (copays, etc.), as well as other important plan features.

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.