CT Technologist

Overview:
As a CT Tech at Lafollette Medical Center, you'll play a vital role in doing what you do best- providing quality care to our patients. Our CT Technologist enjoy a robust benefits package including COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION, Health Insurance, 401k, Flexible Scheduling, 100% Licensure/Certification Reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement, and up to $10K for Student Loan Payments.

Essential Functions:
Operates CT equipment and processing systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images, ensuring compliance with departmental protocols and standards.
Prepares and positions patients appropriately for CT procedures, using suitable positioning and immobilization techniques based on patient needs and comfort.
Ensures accurate patient identification, verifies physician orders, and screens patients for contraindications to the examination.
Explains procedures clearly to patients, addressing questions to alleviate fear and anxiety, and provides instructions during and after the exam.
Collaborates with radiologists and healthcare team members to ensure accurate, timely, and patient-centered care.
Reviews images for technical accuracy, presents completed studies to the radiologist, and communicates findings to relevant healthcare team members as needed.
Maintains and performs regular quality control checks on CT equipment, reporting any malfunctions promptly to ensure optimal functionality.
Documents patient clinical history and correlates it with imaging studies to support accurate diagnostic interpretation.
Adheres to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment, and follows all infection control and radiation safety guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications:
Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology required
Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Technology preferred or
Other completion of a Computed Tomography program preferred
1-2 years of clinical experience acquired through an accredited radiologic sciences program required
2-4 years of experience as a Computed Tomography Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Proficiency in operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
Ability to ensure patient safety and comfort while adhering to established protocols.
Skills in preparing and positioning patients accurately for CT scans, including using safety lifts and/or additional personnel for patient transfers.
Competence in maintaining CT equipment and ensuring its proper functioning.
Ability to collaborate effectively with radiologists and healthcare team members.
Knowledge of aseptic, surgical, and radiologic techniques.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and deliver accurate results under minimal supervision.
Attention to detail and organizational skills for maintaining accurate documentation and image quality.

Licenses and Certifications:
Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required
ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift

Application Question(s):
Do you have 1-2 years of clinical experience acquired through an accredited radiologic
sciences program?

Education:
Associate (Required)

Ability to Commute:
LaFollette, TN 37766 (Required)

Work Location: In person