CT Tech (M-Th 630a-5p) - Duluth - 65709

As a CT Tech at Northside Hospital, your main responsibilities will revolve around operating computerized tomography equipment to capture and produce high-quality images of various body parts. You'll work with diverse patient populations including neonates, children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Additionally, maintaining equipment functionality and ensuring patient safety protocols are integral parts of your daily tasks.

To qualify as a CT Tech at Northside Hospital, you must be a graduate from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology. You should also hold the Registered Radiology Technologist (ARRT) certification, along with the Registered CT Technologist credentials from ARRT or NMTCB. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association is also a requirement to ensure you can handle emergency scenarios effectively.

While prior experience in Computerized Tomography (CT) scanning is preferred for the CT Tech role at Northside Hospital, we also welcome candidates with a strong foundational understanding of imaging technologies and patient care. Additional skills such as the ability to insert intravenous catheters can enhance your application, showcasing your readiness to provide comprehensive patient care.

The working hours for a CT Tech at Northside Hospital are set from Monday to Thursday, 6:30 AM to 5 PM. This schedule allows you to enjoy a long weekend, making it an ideal role for those looking for a healthy work-life balance without the demands of weekend shifts or on-call duties.

At Northside Hospital, we are committed to the continuous professional development of our CT Techs. You'll have access to ongoing training programs, educational resources, and workshops that keep you up-to-date with the latest advancements in healthcare technology and imaging techniques, enabling you to further your skills and enhance your career.

When answering this question, focus on specific imaging techniques you're familiar with, any unique cases you've worked on, and how you ensure image quality and patient safety during procedures. Highlight any additional certifications or training you have that relate to CT imaging.

Discuss your approach to patient care, emphasizing communication skills, empathy, and techniques for easing patient anxiety. Mention specific strategies you've successfully used in the past to gain a patient's trust and cooperation, showing your problem-solving skills and patience.

Enumerate the key safety protocols you adhere to, such as proper shielding practices, minimizing radiation exposure, and ensuring patient safety through clear instructions. Illustrate your understanding of safety procedures in context to the technology and procedures you operate.

Share the resources you use to stay informed, including professional journals, workshops, and conferences. Emphasize your commitment to lifelong learning and how you incorporate new information into your practice to improve patient outcomes.

Provide a specific example that highlights your critical thinking skills and ability to remain calm under pressure. Discuss the situation, your actions, and the positive outcome that followed from your decisive actions.

Discuss your techniques for ensuring the safety and comfort of pediatric patients, such as child-friendly communication, involving guardians, and using appropriate positioning and imaging techniques tailored to children. Emphasize any specialized training you have in pediatric care.

Explain your approach to organization and time management, possibly highlighting any specific tools or strategies you utilize to ensure patient needs are met efficiently, including prioritizing urgent cases and maintaining flexibility.

Outline your qualifications, experience, and personal attributes that align with Northside's mission and values. Mention your dedication to patient care, teamwork, and how you contribute positively to the hospital environment.

Demonstrate your troubleshooting skills by describing your protocol for identifying equipment issues, reporting them promptly, and taking necessary precautions to ensure patient safety while resolving the problem quickly to minimize disruptions.

Discuss your training and experience with IV insertion as it relates to your role as a CT Tech. Provide examples if possible, and explain how you ensure patient comfort and safety during the procedure, tying it back to your qualifications.