CT Technologist

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE Under the direction of a physician and with little supervision, performs procedures, using diagnostic imaging equipment designed for radiographic imaging. Provides health care services as needed, using radiographic, computed axial tomography, magnetic resonance, interventional radiology, mammography, ultrasound and or nuclear medicine and PET to assist in diagnosis and treatment.

• Proper assessment of the patient and their abilities to participate in ordered procedure
• Provides a clear explanation of the procedure including; duration, process, and what to expect following completion
• Verifies informed consent for and assists physician with interventional procedures
• Practices aseptic and sterile techniques as necessary and observes universal precautions
• Provides patient education as appropriate
• Selection of the proper equipment, setting correct technical factors, procedure protocols and gathers proper supplies prior to performance of the procedure
• Recognizes all radiation safety standards including “Image Gently” and “Image Wisely” and MR safety standards
• Obtains clear and complete history from the patient and or patient record and records that data into patient record to assist in image interpretation and future patient encounters
• Is able to perform quality assessment of images obtained and is able to evaluate equipment issues and reports assessment to supervisor, manager or director
• Ensures all equipment is in working order at the beginning of the day and prior to starting of a procedure
• Performs any performance and quality tests on equipment as required including ACR quality requirements
• Checks all supplies for outdates prior to use and reports any shortages, variations or failures of equipment to supervisor, manager or director for follow-up
• Uses CHI incident reporting system to report any patient injuries or concerns, equipment or supply failures or malfunctions, medication reaction or errors, and visitor or personal injury or exposure
• Responsible to participate in and have a good understanding of all department, campus and system quality improvement projects, the ACR accreditation process, Radiation Safety, ALARA, MQSA, and State Regulations as they apply to staffs license or certifications
• Be familiar with the requirements of CMS and Joint Commission and be able to speak to all department processes around quality and environment of care

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technology program
• Required Licensure and Certifications
• BLS required upon hire
• ARRT Board Certified in Radiology (RTR)
• Must hold a valid Medical Radiography or General Radiology Technologist Permit to Practice license in Nebraska or Iowa depending on work state
• ARRT Board Certified in CT within 2 years of hire (RTCT -24mths)

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings

CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.