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Form of workCT Technologist
About OrthoArizona:
At OrthoArizona, we are bringing the best together. Our organization was created to help serve ALL orthopedic and sports medicine needs throughout the Valley! We have a wide range of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers including physical and occupational therapists.
Today we are one of Arizona’s largest privately owned and most comprehensive orthopedic practices with more than 75 locally and nationally renowned providers across 30 locations, in addition to in house state of the art MRI capabilities. At OrthoArizona we are committed to best-in-class patient care, being a pioneer in research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our team members.
As a CT Technologist with OrthoArizona, you will get to:
- Produce images of consistently good quality within the parameters and protocols established by Practice and those required by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) CT Accreditation program.
- Prepare and position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately to produce cross-sectional images of the body.
- Perform patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education related to the examination.
- Accurately enter and monitor patient data, transfer images from device to appropriate practice picture archive and communication system (PACS) and appropriate Radiology services.
- Properly identify patient name, account number and other pertinent information on the images.
- Maintain productivity that is commensurate with training, experience and number of hours worked when compared with peers working under similar conditions on similar equipment.
- Adjust scan parameters to achieve images of high quality on all types of patients, including larger patients or patients of any age.
- Perform required quality assurance testing on the imaging equipment and submit as required to Practice personnel or other agencies.
- Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
- Perform CT procedures utilizing a variety of frequencies, planes, and techniques.
- Collect pertinent patient history and document on requisition.
- Complete pre-CT screening questionnaire to assess suitability for environment.
- Start intravenous access as needed and perform intravenous injections using proper technique. Understand how to treat patients with infiltrated IV sites, as applicable.
- Recognize and respond to emergencies and life-threatening situations.
- Promote CT safety through education of personnel and physicians and monitors environment for potential hazards.
Qualifications:
- High school education or equivalent (Required)
- Graduate of an accredited radiology or accredited CT program
- Certification Required: ARRT licensure as an x-ray technologist or other required state licensure (if applicable)
- ARRT registry in CT or equivalent work experience in computerized axial tomography
- Certification Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Preferred: One (1) year experience as a CT Technologist
Full Time Benefits:
- Robust paid time off package including, sick time, holidays, & paid time off!
- Medical - including a plan with 100% employer coverage- a $585 monthly value
- Health Savings account + company contributions
- Dental & Vision insurance
- Company paid life insurance policy + the option to purchase additional benefits to protect you from what life throws at you
- 401(k) with a company contribution + profit sharing!
- Pet insurance
- ID Theft protection & Legal assistance
