Job Description

Overview

  CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under supervision plans, organizes and performs CT procedures to apply x-ray energy and computer processing techniques to assist in physician diagnosis and treatment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains proficiency with all CT equipment and procedures performed at the IHC
• Performs daily quality control and safety procedures and maintains accurate records.
• Administers patient care within the scope of practice for a CT/radiologic technologist.
• Instructs and educates patient regarding the ordered test and prepares the patient for the procedure.
• Maintains and completes all necessary paperwork and charting for the business office and medical records.
• Keeps current with OSHA/IDPH regulations and updates. 
• Maintain and monitors supplies.
• Maintains safe and clean workplace.
• Attends required meetings and participates on committees as requested.
• Operate required vehicle(s) in a safe manner to perform required duties of the position.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Successful completion of an accredited two year Radiologic Technology program.
• Registry eligible or Registered Radiologic Technologist
• Maintains current Iowa Permit to Practice
• Maintains active registry status in ARRT
• Participates in professional society (i.e., ISRT or SCD)
• 1 CEU per year in Radiation Safety/24 CEU’s every 2 years
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.