CT/X-Ray Tech Full-Time Days at GENTIVA CERTIFIED HEALTHCARE CORP DBA KINDRED

Louisville, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 May, 26

Salary

15000.0

Posted On

17 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

CT Scans, X-Ray, Computed Tomography, Radiation Safety, Patient Positioning, Scheduling, Oral Contrast Dispensing, Power Injection Operation, Contrast Media Administration, Protocol Adherence, Image Evaluation, Dose Recording, Interventional CT Procedures, Patient Care, Technical Factor Optimization

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

$15K Sign-On-Bonus! 8am - 8pm Rotating Weekends At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates. Job Summary Performs a variety of specialized tasks involved in the performance of CT scans Essential Functions Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures Position patients of CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment, as necessary Schedule patients for procedures, assist with clerical functions Dispense oral contrast to patients for CT scans Load and operate power injections for contrast media administration Provide care for the psychological and physical needs of patients for CT scans Adheres to protocol scan length to optimize patient dose Confirms patient position matches the selected scanning orientation parameters Utilizes Iso centering of the anatomy of interest to optimize dose Optimizes technical factors to minimize radiation exposure to the patient while maintaining diagnostic image quality Uses radiation shielding devices Evaluate CT scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label Records patient dose and administration of contrast medication as per policy Document appropriate charging of procedures and supplies Maintain accurate patient records Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedures if applicable Provide orientation and training for new CT technologists Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Must read, write, and speak fluent English Must have good and regular attendance Approximate percent of time required to travel 0%25 Performs other related duties as assigned Education Graduate of an accredited institution in Medical Radiography and/or completed and passed an approved course in Computed Tomography Licenses/Certifications ARRT certification/registration in Radiography R.T.(R) and/or computed tomography R.T.(CT) and meet qualification required by the state working in Current BLS certification. Experience One year of experience in diagnostic radiology or other imaging modality preferred

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Responsibilities

The role involves performing specialized tasks related to operating CT scanners, including positioning patients, scheduling procedures, and administering oral contrast. Technologists must also evaluate image quality, adhere to radiation safety protocols, and maintain accurate patient records.