Travel CT Technologist - $2,146 per week

Company: Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center
Location: Janesville
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

• Certification Details
• ARRT Radiography registration
• ARRT Computed Tomography registration
• WI-DSPS radiographer license
• CPR/BLS certification
  • Job Details
  • Performs diagnostic CT procedures.
  • If assigned radiographer job duties, also performs radiographic, fluoroscopic, surgical and portable radiographic exams.
  • Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by the radiologist.
  • Prepares the patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
  • Selects and operates imaging equipment, image capture devices, and accessories to successfully perform procedures.
  • Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort; immobilizes patient as necessary.
  • Practices aseptic technique as necessary.
  • Prepares and administers contrast media as appropriate to procedures performed; starts and maintains intravenous access.
  • Initiates basic life support action when necessary.
  • Provides patient education.
  • Provides input for supply and equipment decisions, maintains control of inventory and supplies for assigned area.
  • Provides practical instruction for students and partners.
  • Observes universal protocol, standard precautions and appropriate patient identifiers.
  • Applies principles of patient safety during all aspects of procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.
    • Job Requirements
    • Graduate of an accredited radiography program
    • Radiographer experience
    • CT experience
    • ARRT Radiography registration required in
    • ARRT Computed Tomography registration required
    • WI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in Wisconsin
    • CPR/BLS certification required

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