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W/E Alt CT/XR Technologist (part-time) - Medical Imaging UHTMC (7:00a.m.-7:30p.m.)

TMC Truman Medical Centers

Job Location

University Health Truman Medical Center

Kansas City, Missouri

Department

Medical Imaging

Position Type

Part time

Work Schedule

7:00PM - 7:30AM

Hours Per Week

24

If you want to work where the action is, University Health (UH) is the place for you. Known as “Kansas City’s Essential Hospital,” UH is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City. We are an academic medical center, serving as the primary teaching institution for the UMKC Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, and Pharmacy. A 547-bed, not-for-profit health system, UH delivers the highest-quality medical care for our patients, with compassion, empathy, and unparalleled dedication to service. During the 2020 pandemic, we also stepped forward as a regional leader in COVID care and testing. UH is comprised of three campuses:

UH Truman Medical Center is located in the Health Sciences District of downtown Kansas City, Missouri. The Health Sciences District represents a robust academic community, leading the forefront of biomedical research and cutting edge technology. Partnered with UMKC and Children’s Mercy Hospital. University Health serves as the cornerstone in educating the next generation of healthcare practitioners. As a Level 1 Trauma Center, we’re a leader in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care, with world-class expertise in chronic disease management and women’s services, including high-risk maternity care. The Health Sciences District is also home to the University Health 1 and 2 buildings. UH 1 is UH’s beautiful specialty outpatient clinics and day-surgery center and UH 2 is the location for all of our primary care and women’s care clinics.

UH Lakewood Medical Center is located between Kansas City and Lee’s Summit, Missouri, offering residents of Eastern Jackson County access to a modern community hospital with a continuum of outpatient services designed to meet the needs of families. UH Lakewood specializes in high-risk maternal and child care, and serves as one of the few Kansas City metro area institutions accredited by The Joint Commission in Orthopedics and Palliative Care. It also is home to a 188-bed, fully accredited long-term care center.

UH Behavioral Health is the KC metro area’s largest, most comprehensive provider of mental health services. The Crossroads Building , located in Kansas City’s vibrant Crossroads Arts District, is its epicenter, providing a broad list of outpatient services. We also offer psychiatric inpatient care, and we deliver therapeutic services through our community outreach clinics. We are a leader in the Trauma-Informed Care Movement, and provide training, coaching and consulting to outside organizations.

Job Description

CT Tech, Medical Imaging is a role responsible for the day-to-day clinical, technical and operational functions within a CT department. Collaborates with supervisor/lead tech to assist with the coordination of the activities of all CT departments in efforts towards maintaining proper patient flow and staff coverage. This includes, but is not limited to, the efficient, effective procurement, utilization, stewardship of all technical, physical, and human resources. Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards as it relates to care provided to all age groups of patients ranging from neonate to geriatric. Participates in performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. CT technologists are also required to perform diagnostic x-ray procedures as a regular part of their duties at assigned locations.

The CT Tech, Medical Imaging collaborates with each of the Supervisors of Imaging, and lead technologists to receive both imaging leadership and physician direction or instruction on an on-going basis. Under the direction of the Chair, Medical Imaging, designated radiologist, and the imaging directors, the CT Tech, Medical Imaging participates in all CT activities related to the modality. Must be capable of developing, interpreting and administering all CT related policies, procedures and protocols. Must maintain efficient and effective department operations while maintaining compliance with all Joint Commission, state, federal and local regulatory laws, standards and practices. Must possess critical thinking skills. The CT Tech, Medical Imaging is responsible for performing exams according to UH protocols and producing quality images related to all CT exams in accordance with standards and practices set forth by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology and the organization’s Medical Imaging Department policies and procedures. This role demonstrates knowledge of human anatomy, disease processes and functions, patient care, positioning, principles of radiographic sciences, radiation protection and specialized techniques. Additionally, he/she ensures that the CT department is compliant with all current and emerging radiation tracking and monitoring standards as well as all ACR accreditation guidelines. Must strive to create and maintain great relationships with all facility stakeholders.

• High school diploma or the equivalent and graduation from AMA Radiologic Technology Program

• Required-registered in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and board certified in a specialty

• ARRT (R), ARRT (CT), Required Upon Hire

• Required-performance of diagnostic x-ray procedures as a regular part of their duties at assigned locations

• Preferred- minimum of 1 year CT tech experience in an acute setting

• BCLS certification: if candidate does not have BCLS certification upon hire, they have 90 days from date of hire to obtain this certification. BCLS certification must be maintained as a condition of employment

• ACLS certification preferred

• Adaptability and ability to effectively communicate with all patients and members of the healthcare team

• Works with minimal supervision

• Must have knowledge of the human development process and ability to work effectively with all patients of all ages

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs to assist and move patients

• Ability to operate a computer and to input and retrieve data