CT Tech

Summary:

The Staff Pad is honored to partner with a non-profit
healthcare system in Helena, Montana with superior care and a hometown
commitment to be the gold standard for health care in Montana. We are in search
of a CT Tech to join their team.

Job Title: CT Technologist 

Schedule: Day Shift, Every 4th Weekend 

Job Summary

As a CT Technologist, you will be responsible for performing
high-quality diagnostic imaging, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining
effective communication with patients, physicians, and staff. This role
requires skill in assessing patient needs, administering contrast media, and
operating CT equipment in accordance with all regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Preparation and Safety:

   - Verify patient
identification and the requested procedure.

   - Confirm pregnancy
status and assess risk of allergic reaction to contrast media.

   - Review lab values
and explain potential effects/side effects of contrast media to patients.

   - Position patients
comfortably and respectfully, ensuring the correct anatomical area is scanned.

   - Educate patients
on the risks and benefits of radiation exposure.

Contrast Media Administration: 

   - Start IV lines
and administer both IV and oral contrast as needed.

   - Monitor patients
for any adverse reactions during and after contrast administration.

CT Imaging and Quality Control: 

   - Prepare and
operate CT scan equipment, select appropriate exposure factors, and ensure
ALARA principles are followed.

   - Perform quality
assurance (QA) on images, ensuring timely transfer to PACS.

   - Conduct
procedural timeouts and use sterile/aseptic techniques as required.

Patient Experience and Scheduling:

   - Provide clear
instructions to patients and address their questions/concerns.

   - Support lead
technologists in managing schedules, accommodating add-on exams, and
prioritizing patient and physician needs.

Protocols and Continuous Improvement:

   - Assist with the
development and updating of protocols as needed.

   - Participate in
Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and QA activities.

Collaboration and Communication:

   - Coordinate with
other modalities, nursing, Emergency Department, scheduling, and other
departments to ensure seamless patient care.

   - Maintain a
positive and professional demeanor in interactions with co-workers, physicians,
and patients.

Training and Development:

   - Participate in
training and orientation for new staff members.

   - Support the lead
technologist in skill development and continuous learning.

Compliance and Equipment Maintenance:

   - Ensure compliance
with State of Montana, DNV, CMS, ARRT, and ASRT standards.

   - Communicate
equipment issues promptly to leadership or vendors.

   - Support
departmental projects, accreditation processes, and inventory management.

Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of one year of CT experience or
successful completion of CT cross-training program.

Education: Graduate from an accredited School of Radiologic
Technology.

Licenses/Certifications:

   - Eligible for
registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in
CT within 12 months of hire.

   - Permit to
practice as a Radiologic Technologist in Montana.

   - Current BLS
certification.