Arkansas Children's Hospital
Location
Springdale, Arkansas
Perform high-quality CT exams safely and efficiently while providing excellent pediatric patient care. Serve as an expert preceptor for staff and ensure adherence to radiation safety and scan protocols.
Requires an Associate's degree and at least 6 years of direct experience, with a preference for pediatric experience. Must hold a Radiologic Technologist License from the Arkansas Department of Health.
A Senior CT Technologist is an Expert Technologist with the ability to perform quality CT exams in a safe and timely manner, while providing excellent patient care. May serve as a Preceptor to other staff members. May act as Lead when Lead CT Technologist is out. Required Education: Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college program or technical school or nursing diploma Recommended Education: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university Required Work Experience: Direct - 6 years of experience Recommended Work Experience: Direct - Pediatric Required Certifications: 1 of the following certifications is required - , Radiologic Technologist License - Arkansas Department of Health Recommended Certifications: ARRT - Computed Tomography (CT) - American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT), Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board Description 1. Verifies exams as ordered by physician. 2. Is an expert, and may serve as a Preceptor to perform correct scan protocols in an effort to decrease radiation exposure to patients. 3. Is an expert in, and may serve as a Preceptor in the adherence to all radiation safety recommendations, including patient shielding. ALARA. 4. Is an expert, and may serve as a Preceptor in the proper administration of IV and oral contrast. 5. May serve as a Preceptor in the explanation of exams/procedures to patients and families. 6. Ensures that work area is properly maintained. 7. Ensures that work area is properly maintained. 8. Is an expert, and may serve as a Preceptor in utilization of current or new and evolving technologies in CT. 9. Maintains equipment and requests service as needed. 10. Participates in performance improvement activities. Complies with all TJC, state, federal, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols. 11. Performs other duties as assigned. Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. “Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager “Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst “We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator “Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant “When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant