Cat Scan Technician (CT), Acute

Lifepoint Health

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Somerset, Kentucky

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Perform computed tomography imaging procedures and administer contrast media while monitoring patient condition. Ensure equipment quality control and accurately report scan results in accordance with professional standards.

Qualifications

You have a two-year certificate, associate's degree, or bachelor's degree, along with current state Radiation Operator Certification and registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiology. You are also BLS certified and capable of performing computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable standards.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Computed tomography imaging

Radiation Operator Certificate

American Registry of Radiologic Technology

Radiology

BLS

Job Description

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Acute 

Cat Scan Technician (CT) 

FT | Evenings 

Who We Are: 

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.  

Connect with our recruiting specialist   

Please contact Melissa Gilbert by texting 615-324-9804, calling 629-257-6058 or schedule a time and date that works for you by clicking the link below.  

https://bit.ly/Mgilbert  

Where We Are: 

The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline.  Somerset is host to nationally recognized, high quality performing and visual arts, concerts and other special events to the community. 

Why join us: 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:  

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. 

  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. 

  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. 

  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). 

  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. 

Position Summary:  

Provides computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. 

  • Must accept on-call assignments for scheduled shifts and be available to report to the facility within 30 minutes of notification. 

  • Reviews patient history and physician's orders. 

  • Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. 

  • When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. 

  • Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. 

  • Prepares equipment and supplies. 

  • Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. 

  • Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. 

  • Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). 

  • Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. 

  • Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and 

    repeating procedure. 

  • Enters, transmits and reports scan results. 

What we are looking for: 

  • Two-year certificate, associate’s degree, or Baccalaureate degree. 

  • Current Radiation Operator Certificate in state of practice; registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiology  

  • BLS required. 

EOC Statement: 

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 


Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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