What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist, Per Diem position at Mount Desert Island Hospital?
Description
Summary:
CT Technologists are responsible for preparing and positioning patients for all exams, administering and monitoring oral and IV contrast administration, developing and adhering to protocols for exams, and having the ability to operate CT systems to produce examinations of acceptable quality and prepared for interpretation by the Radiologist.
EEO Statement:
MDI Hospital and Birch Bay Retirement Village provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
Requirements
Education, Training or Certifications Required:
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) as radiographer.
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist with the State of Maine.
Experience Required:
- ARRT CT registered or registry available with at least one year of experience.
Special Requirements:
- Excellent interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to perform X-Ray and CT diagnostic exams on patients ranging from the newborn to the geriatric patient.
Cognitive Requirements:
- Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to maintain professional demeanor and skills while working with patients who may be critically ill.
Physical Demands:
- Excellent manual dexterity.
- Physical strength to move patients and some equipment.
Environment:
- Equipment that emits ionizing radiation.
- Working with patients who have a wide variety of illnesses/conditions.
- Equipment primarily functions in a cool environment.
