CT Technologist - Fri, Sat, Sun Nights

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arkansas children's is a tobacco free workplace. Flu vaccines are required. Arkansas children's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

this position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

work shift: please see job description for details.

time type: full time

department: cc094230 ct technology

summary: is developing the knowledge to perform quality ct exams in a safe and timely manner while providing excellent patient care.

required education: associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college program or technical school or nursing diploma

recommended education: bachelor's degree from four-year college or university

required work experience: direct - no experience required

recommended work experience: direct - pediatric

required certifications: 1 of the following certifications must be obtained in one year - arrt (r)(n)(ct) - american registry of radiology technologist (arrt), radiologic technologist license - arkansas department of health

recommended certifications: arrt - computed tomography (ct) - american registry of radiology technologist (arrt), certified nuclear medicine technologist (cnmt) - nuclear medicine technology certification board

• verifies exams as ordered by physician.
• developing the knowledge to perform correct scan protocols in an effort to decrease radiation exposure to patients.
• developing knowledge of and adherence to all radiation safety recommendations, including patient shielding. Alara
• developing knowledge to properly administer iv and oral contrast.
• developing ability to explain exams/procedures to patients and families.
• ensures that work area is properly maintained.
• developing knowledge of current or new and evolving technologies in ct.
• maintains equipment and requests service as needed.
• complies with all tjc, state, federal, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols.
• performs other duties as assigned.

• associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college program or technical school or nursing diploma
• bachelor's degree from four-year college or university (recommended)
• no direct experience required (recommended pediatric experience)
• 1 certification in ct technology within one year (arrt (r)(n)(ct) or arkansas department of health license)
• certification in ct technology enhances candidacy (arrt ct, cnmt)