Nationwide Children's Hospital
CT Technologist - 1st Shift
Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
CT Technologist
This position is eligible to receive a $20,000 Sign-On Bonus. Day shift - 8 hours per day - Monday through Friday with rotating weekends, call, and holidays - preferred start time 9:00 am. Job Description
Performs CT examinations on pediatric patients, ensuring the production of quality diagnostic images. Essential Functions
Operates CT equipment to produce diagnostic images of patients' internal structures. Prepares patients for CT procedures by positioning them correctly and administering contrast media as required. Monitors patients during CT scans to ensure their safety and comfort. Maintains accurate patient records and ensures that all images are properly labeled and stored. Calibrates and maintains CT equipment to ensure optimal image quality and patient safety. Collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to interpret CT images and provide accurate diagnoses. Education Requirement
Graduate of an accredited educational program for Radiologic Technology, required. Licensure Requirement
Active status with the Registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, required. Current ODH License, required Certifications
Current CPR Certification, required. ARRT certification (CT) within 1 year of employment, required. Skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills. Experience
Twoyears of clinical experience in the Radiologic Sciences, required. One year of experience in CT procedures, preferred. Experience in pediatric setting, preferred. Physical Requirements
OCCASIONALLY: Electricity, Flexing/extending of neck, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs FREQUENTLY: Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Machinery, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Reaching above shoulder CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Bend/twist, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: (not specified) "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
This position is eligible to receive a $20,000 Sign-On Bonus. Day shift - 8 hours per day - Monday through Friday with rotating weekends, call, and holidays - preferred start time 9:00 am. Job Description
Performs CT examinations on pediatric patients, ensuring the production of quality diagnostic images. Essential Functions
Operates CT equipment to produce diagnostic images of patients' internal structures. Prepares patients for CT procedures by positioning them correctly and administering contrast media as required. Monitors patients during CT scans to ensure their safety and comfort. Maintains accurate patient records and ensures that all images are properly labeled and stored. Calibrates and maintains CT equipment to ensure optimal image quality and patient safety. Collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to interpret CT images and provide accurate diagnoses. Education Requirement
Graduate of an accredited educational program for Radiologic Technology, required. Licensure Requirement
Active status with the Registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, required. Current ODH License, required Certifications
Current CPR Certification, required. ARRT certification (CT) within 1 year of employment, required. Skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills. Experience
Twoyears of clinical experience in the Radiologic Sciences, required. One year of experience in CT procedures, preferred. Experience in pediatric setting, preferred. Physical Requirements
OCCASIONALLY: Electricity, Flexing/extending of neck, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs FREQUENTLY: Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Machinery, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Reaching above shoulder CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Bend/twist, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: (not specified) "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"