What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead CT Technologist (Full Time) - Imaging Services position at Kingman Regional Medical Center?
Job Description
Unlock your potential for professional development! We are hiring an Lead CT Tech (Full Time) to join our Imaging Services Team!
Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman has a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!
Position Purpose:
All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision of providing the region’s best clinical care and patient service through an environment that fosters respect for others and pride in performance.
Under the direction of the radiologist, performs appropriate diagnostic exams and studies to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.Benefits (Full Time Employees)
We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities:
- Exceptional Colleagues
- Join us and you'll be a part of a culture where we support each other and celebrate what makes each of us a special person as we work together with integrity, compassion, teamwork, respect, and accountability.
- Our leaders demonstrate their commitment by gathering feedback, supporting, and empowering team members to do their best work through regular leadership rounding.
- Health and Well-Being
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid HSA for HDHP participants, Robust Wellness and Employee Assistance Program, Employer Paid Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
- Generous Paid Leave Accruals
- 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
- Employee Recognition Programs, Employee Discounts, and Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Identity Theft Protection
- On-site daycare exclusive to our employees’ children of all ages
- Career Growth and Development
- Tuition Reimbursement/Scholarships for full-time employees
- As a not-for-profit organization, our employees who have qualified student loans may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- So much more!
Key Responsibilities
Supervision of CT staff
a. Coordinates the work assigned to each area and monitors the work of the staff: develops and assigns daily schedule of assigned personnel and ensures accurate record keeping.
b. Observes and assists technical and ancillary staff in the performance of job duties, including providing suggestions for improved work efficiency and quality.
c. Performs preparation of control and quality control and assessment tasks (QA/QC).
d. Ensures the department delivers quality services, in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and professional standards, to support operational excellence.
e. Serves as the Clinical Coordinator for CT students.
Evaluation and Implementation of Appropriate Care
a. Under the direction of the Radiologist and the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS), administers ionizing radiation for the purpose of diagnosis which includes positioning the x-ray beam with respect to the patient, anatomically positioning the patient, selecting exposure factors, and initiating exposure.
b. Uses professional judgment to adapt imaging procedures to ensure quality diagnostic outcomes.
c. After reviewing all pertinent data and assessing the patient’s abilities and condition, selects the most appropriate patient care plan.
d. Selects appropriate shielding devices and appropriate immobilization devices.
e. Evaluates lab values prior to administering contrast media.
f. Assesses factors that may contraindicate the procedure, such as medications or insufficient patient preparation.
g. Reconfirms patient identification using two unique identifiers (Name and DOB) and verifies procedure requested. Verifies female patient pregnancy status when appropriate.
h. Able to recognize significant clinical information and historical facts from the patient and from the medical record which may impact the examination.
i. Monitors patient and equipment during procedures, accurately documents exam times (start and stop), patient reactions or problems, and reports concerns or issues immediately to supervisor.
j. Documents patient and exam occurrences in the appropriate Imaging software database, to include exam start and complete times.
Qualifications
· Graduate of Radiologic Technologist program
· Current CT registration and licensure by the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS)
· Current registration and licensure by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT)
· American Heart Association BLS
· CT certification
· Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a CT technologist
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK REQUIREMENTS:
1. Able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
2. Effective oral and written communication skills, compliant with KHI vision, mission, and values.
3. Able to manage technical business equipment i.e. phone, fax, computer etc.
4. Able to assist with the movement/manipulation of a patient and equipment weighing up to and over 300 lbs.
5. Able to care for patients with infectious diseases.
6. Able to sit, stand, walk, and bend for the duration of the scheduled shift.
7. Able to demonstrate concentration and visual and auditory acuity to watch monitors and follow instructions during exams.
Apply Now
When incredible people and incredible facilities like ours join together, incredible things happen. If you want to be a part of an incredible team that is dedicated to delivering the highest quality in patient care, we invite you to explore this opportunity with KRMC and apply online today for CT Tech, Lake Havasu, Bullhead City, Arizona, Las Vegas, Healthcare.
Facility Profile
Kingman Regional Medical Center is the largest healthcare provider and the only remaining not-for-profit hospital in Mohave County, Arizona. As a 235-bed multi-campus healthcare system, our medical center includes more than 1,800 employees, 280 physicians/allied health professionals, and 250 volunteers. Kingman Regional Medical Center is recognized as an innovator in rural healthcare. We provide a full-continuum of highly-technical and specialized medical services to meet the healthcare needs of our community.
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,Posting Date: 2024-12-20T21:09:34 00:00
Locations: 3269 Stockton Hill Road Kingman AZ 86409