CT Technologist - Hartford, United States - St. Charles Health System

Description

Pay Range (Min to Max): $ $57.89 per hour, based on experience, in addition to shift differentials. This position is eligible for a 15% differential on top of the hourly rate in lieu of benefits.

ST.


CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:
CT/General Radiologic Technologist


REPORTS TO POSITION:
Radiology

Manager


DEPARTMENT:
Radiology


DATE LAST REVIEWED:
January

2017



OURVISION:
Creating America's healthiest community, together


OUR

MISSION:
In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value


OUR

VALUES:
Accountability, Caring and Teamwork

DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY:
The Radiology Technologist position provides licensed X-ray Technologists for our General Radiology, Computed Tomography (CT),

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (


MRI
) , Angio and Cath lab departments at all four St. Charles Hospitals as well as Imaging services at our St. Charles Medical Group clinics. These Technologist provide x-ray services 24/7 for the diagnosis and treatment of patients in the OR, ER, Cath Lab, IR Lab and all patient care floors throughout the hospitals.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Computed Tomography (CT) /Radiology Technologist Serves the needs of the patients of St.

Charles Health System in the performance of radiological exams, computerized tomography and image reconstruction, while under direct supervision of the radiologist and the Computed Tomography (CT) / Radiology Coordinator, and within the specific policies of the Computed Tomography (CT) Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Performs Radiology, Computed Tomography (CT) diagnostic and interventional examinations in accordance with department policies, procedures, and protocols.
Follows Health and Safety Policies and Procedures of Quality Care.
Assists in record maintenance and statistics as requested.
Participates in student training program as requested.
Assists with special projects as requested.
Provides coverage for Computed Tomography (CT) within St. Charles Health System including on call coverage, holiday and weekend relief as needed.
Competent skills working with Computed Tomography (CT) STAT RAD System.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.

Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.

Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and

confidentiality.

Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.

Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

EDUCATION:

Required:
High school diploma or GED. Must be a graduate of a certified radiologic technology training program.

Preferred:
Basic and advanced seminars in computerized

tomography.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Required:
Current Oregon Broad of Medical Imaging license (OBMI). American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiologic Technology (RT) and Computed Tomography (CT) registry.

Preferred:
N/A

EXPERIENCE:

Required:
Cross-sectional imaging experience.

Preferred:
Two (2) years' experience in diagnostic radiography. One year experience as a Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more):

Standing, walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.

Frequently (50%):

Sitting,

lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling

1-25 pounds. Operation of motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers.

Occasionally (25%):

Bending,

stooping/kneeling/crouching,

Clinbing ladder/step-stool* (*varies by area), reaching overhead,

lifting/carrying/pushing

or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, whispered speech level

Rarely (10%):

Climbing stairs

Never (0%):

operation of motor vehicle
Exposure to Elemental Factors

Rarely (10%):

Wet/Slippery Area, chemical solution

Never (0%):

Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
Risk for Exposure to BBP
This position is within the OFNHP bargaining unit and is subject to the OFNHP collective bargaining agreement. Union membership, fees or dues are not required for those who fill this position.

Schedule Weekly Hours:

0 Caregiver Type:

Relief Shift:
Variable (United States of America) Is Exempt Position?

No Job Family:

TECHNOLOGIST Scheduled Days of the Week:
As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays) Shift Start & End Time:
Variable
St.

Charles Health System is a private, nonprofit organization, dedicated to providing high-quality care and the latest in health care technology to the communities it serves.

Headquartered in Bend, Ore., St.

Charles is an integrated delivery system, with a strong focus on population health, that provides a full range of evidence-based health care services within a 32,000-square-mile area in Central and Eastern Oregon.

The health system owns and operates a trauma level II, tertiary referral center in Bend, a trauma level III, type B rural hospital in Redmond, and trauma level IV critical access hospitals in both Prineville and Madras.

As the largest employer in Central Oregon, St. Charles Health System and St.

Charles Medical Group care for our communities in more than two dozen outpatient clinics and in more than 20 specialty areas of medicine.

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St. Charles Health System is required by the State of Oregon to ensure all health care workers are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have applied for and been granted a medical or religious exception that can be reasonably accommodated for their role

prior to their first day of work.

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