Radiological Tech aka CT

Your skills can help save lives At Highlands Oncology, a premier private oncology clinic, we are seeking a CT / X-Ray / PET Technologist who combines technical expertise with compassionate care. Join our team and play a vital role in delivering accurate imaging that supports groundbreaking cancer treatments. If you are detail-oriented, patient-focused, and ready to make a real difference, we would love to meet you

Job Title: Radiologic Technologist/ CT Technologist

Reports To: Imaging Director / Imaging Manager / Imaging Supervisor

Location: Northwest or North-Central Arkansas – depending on the position, employees may be asked to move locations from time to time based on clinic and patient needs.

FLSA: Non-Exempt / Hourly

Job Summary: Operates X-ray / CT equipment to obtain clinical diagnostic images as directed by an ordering physician.

Specific XRAY duties include, but are not limited to:

• Reviews and evaluates x-ray to determine whether images are satisfactory or not for diagnostic purposes.
• Positions imaging equipment and adjusts controls to configure exposure distance and time, according to the specified examination.
• Explains procedures to patients and addresses their concerns.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patients and staff.
• Effectively communicates with patients, co-workers, supervisors, and radiologists.
• Understands X-ray Principles.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Specific CT duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performs diagnostic CT procedures to include injection of Iodinated IV contrast, the administration of oral contrast, protocol setup, patient positioning, reconstruction, network image transfer, and archiving of image data.
• Explains procedures to patients and addresses their concerns.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patients and staff.
• Under guidance and approval of Radiologist, administers contrast agents according to site-specific protocols.
• Understands the contraindications associated with the administration of Iodinated IV Contrast, be able to recognize possible reactions, and know the procedure to follow in the case of a reaction.
• Effectively communicates with patients, co-workers, supervisors, and radiologists.
• Understands CT Principles.
• Follows guidelines of ALARA without compromising quality of scans.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Maintains a clean working environment.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Complies with all safety policies and regulations including radiation safety.
• Conducts quality control.
• Conducts daily, weekly, monthly, and ACR yearly quality control.0…
• Reports and documents all malfunctions and/or needs for service on all equipment, including troubleshooting problems, calling for service, and communicates the problem to all pertinent team members and supervisor.
• Cooperates with facility healthcare professionals and complies with facility policies/procedures.
• Trains new employees.
• Cooperates with facility healthcare professionals and complies with facility policies/procedures.
• Willing to travel to any clinic to perform duties as needed.
• Assists the Research Department with clinical trial scans.
• Maintains technical competency through continuing education.
• Performs other duties, as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Certifications/Licenses/Education/or Experience in a related field:

• Graduate of a JRCERT Accredited Radiological Technologist Program.
• Certification with ARRT (R ) and (CT)
• Arkansas State License.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced Imaging Department.
• Required to be onsite to fulfill job duties.
• This job requires use of machines and equipment located onsite.
• Must be able to interact and provide services to patient and employees.

Physical Requirements:

• Moderate to extended periods of lifting, bending, standing, sitting, and ability to lift patients.
• Moderate to extended periods of time walking within the clinic and department.
• Moderate to extended periods of time completing work on a computer workstation.
• Repetitive movements associated with machinery and tasks required to complete job duties.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Due to the nature of our business and the use of radiation and hazardous chemicals, it is imperative that all employees foster a culture and environment of safety.
• Safety Sensitive: In accordance with Arkansas code this position is designated as a safety sensitive position wherein the employee performing the job duties under the influence may constitute a threat to health or safety.

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