Carlsbad Medical Center ยท 1 month ago
CT Tech
Carlsbad, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expCarlsbad Medical Center offers a range of healthcare services, and they are seeking a CT Technologist I. This role involves operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety and comfort, collaborating with healthcare teams, and maintaining equipment.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
1-2 years of clinical experience acquired through an accredited radiologic sciences program required
Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
CT - Computed Tomography certification or eligibility to obtain within six (6) months of hire required
BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required
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
Preferred
2-4 years of experience as a Computed Tomography Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred
(R) ARDMS or ARRT - Radiographer preferred
Benefits
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
401(k) with matching
Student Loan Repayment up to $10k
Competitive pay
Company
Carlsbad Medical Center
Carlsbad Medical Center offers cancer care, diagnostic imaging, sleep disorders, maternity care, surgical, therapy, and emergency services.
201-500 employees
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