CT Technologist
CT Technologist
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10-04-2025
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UPH Additional Information
Why UnityPoint Health
Commitment to our Team Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Culture At UnityPoint Health you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an unwavering belief in doing whats right for the people we serve.
Benefits Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in.
- Caring is what we do and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally.
- You can only give your best when you feel your best and we help you live well with dental and health insurance paid holidays short and longterm disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your fourlegged family members to give you peace of mind.
- We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commitment At UnityPoint Health we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Our collective goal is to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected.
Development We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
Community Involvement Be an essential part of our core purposeto improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at
Overview
UnityPointSt Lukes Hospital
PRN (as needed)
Shifts vary as needed
*** SHIFTS AVAILABLE IN CT AND X/RAY! ***
Under the direction of the Radiologist; the Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist shall perform a wide variety of CT & CT related special procedures that require independent judgment ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of radiation for the diagnosis of disease in patients of all ages. They also provide the technical knowledge expertise & professional judgement required to support the mission vision and values of UnityPoint Health St. Lukes.
Responsibilities
Communication and Interaction
- Explains procedure to patients (patient communication) and performs patient care activities. Responsible for patient education of CT testing questions and concerns.
- Always demonstrates professional conduct displaying FOCUS Values to patients visitors peers and leadership.
- Maintains privacy of the patients their test results and records.
- Maintains communication with Imaging Administration staff and physicians in a professional manner. Seeks the advice & direction of the CT Leaders with problems. Implementing a solution at direction/discretion of Leaders.
- Maintains/socking of sufficient supplies in the CT Suite so that patient care is not affected by untimely depletion of critical supplies. Mindful of waste & utilizes supplies wisely.
- Promotes & exhibits a positive public relations image through productive and professional interactions with nurses physicians visitors patients peers leaders and other hospital personnel.
- Facilitates professional & safe learning environment for students and new hires through inservice instruction and clinical supervision. Providing constructive criticism in a private setting.
- Actively participates in Departmental Process Improvement projects; including but not limited to patient satisfaction scores Departmental Goals & personal goals.
- Development of technologist role by attending various departmental Meetings & educational opportunities.
- Positively adapts to change; is open to new ideas takes on new responsibilities as assigned; adjusts plans to meet changing needs. Portrays positive attitude in others regarding system/departmental changes.
- Ensures & works to improve customer satisfaction sets realistic customer expectations solves customer problems meets commitments to customers seeks out customer input responds to internal customers. RL Events Reporting when warranted.
- Has good listening skills builds strong relationships is flexible/open minded solicits performance feedback and handles constructive criticism. Builds strong relationships is flexible/open minded solicits performance feedback and handles constructive criticism. Builds strong communication lines with others.
Equipment and Regulatory Management
- Utilizes information systems and prepares all documentation necessary to ensure accurate and consistent information work flows.
- Performs care and light maintenance of the CT equipment imaging equipment and the CT rooms. This includes testing and inspection (quality assurance) of the equipment for accurate usage performance and can assess equipment problems.
- Maintains knowledge & actively participates in following of current department protocols and equipment.
- Accurately maintains necessary documentation and records to comply with regulatory guidelines established by the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) FDA MSQA and the DNV (Det Norske Veritas) accreditation body
- Responsible for the contributing to the annual inspection process and adherence to all mandated regulations and standards.
Quality and Procedure Management
- Correlates the CT exam with other tests & preparations to best pronounce the disease process.
- Produces high quality imaging procedures with precision accuracy and in a timely manner for the Radiologist to interpret. Assists Radiologists other physicians & peers with procedures.
- Is attentive to detail and accuracy is committed to excellence. Is responsible for their own actions and actively works to improve in areas that are lacking.
- Proactively identifies problems and communicates these concerns with CT Leaders seeks out new responsibilities acts on opportunities generates new ideas practices selfdevelopment and continuous learning.
- Practices & monitors radiation protection for patients employees & oneself during all procedures.
- Disposes of bodily fluids hazardous materials and chemicals in an appropriate manner according to OSHA standards and guidelines.
- Adheres to hospital & departmental safety regulations guidelines policies procedures & protocols.
- Accountability for completing daily departmental tasks completing work either in a team or independent setting. Teamwork in all aspects including patient care in other areas if warranted.
- Rotates through call schedules & all areas of CT responsibilities as assigned by the CT Leader.
Basic UPH Performance Criteria
- Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
- Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular reliable attendance.
- Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
- Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA TJC DNV OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
- Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
- Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.
Qualifications
- Graduation of Radiology program accredited through the American Registry of Radiologic Technology approved by IDPH
- ARRT Advanced Level Certification in CT.
- Valid drivers license when driving any vehicle for workrelated reasons.
- American Registry of Radiology Technologist and /or Advanced level Computerized Tomography Certification
- Iowa Department of Public Health Permit to Practice
- Current BCLS certification or obtained within 30 days for new hire.
- Computer Skills relating to various EMR & Radiology Imaging Systems PACS
- Venipuncture Skills & Experience
- Machines: CT Scanners: Siemens CT Scanners Medrad Power Injectors RIS (Radiology Applications) EMR PACS Various office equipment (including but not limited to fax copier scanner digitizer CD Burner) Telephone skills
- Administrative: The CT Technologist shall demonstrate a working knowledge of technical factors and patient body habitus to perform a variety of CT procedures. He/she must maintain knowledge of current department protocols assist the radiologist in procedures practice and adhere to radiation protection requirements utilize RIS/EMR/PACS to process paperwork assist in training new and student radiographers perform other assigned duties as requested practice sterile and isolation techniques resulting in the prevention of crosscontamination and infection. He/she must be able to concentrate on the task at hand and consistently follow procedures must demonstrate adaptability flexibility cooperation and maintain an attitude of professionalism strictly adhere to all hospital and departmental safety regulations guidelines policies and procedures.
- Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Employment Type
Part-Time
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