Radiographer and CT I, Certified

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description :

Essential Functions

Verifies orders and patient identity prior to examination, obtains and communicates clinical history.

Operates computed tomographic equipment and accessories, demonstrating competency in CT techniques and safety procedures.

Selects and edits scanning protocols to optimize diagnostic value, positions and accommodates patients, and responds to patient distress.

Evaluates images for technical quality, uses display parameters, and ensures accurate patient identification on all images and CDs.

Practices radiation protection principles to minimize exposure for patients, self, and others.

Demonstrates competency in venipuncture, selects veins, and administers contrast media as prescribed.

Performs diagnostic testing and quality assurance on equipment, reports malfunctions, and coordinates service as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Graduate of a Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited radiography program or equivalent

Experience Requirement

0-2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Basic Life Support (BLS), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with CT certification RT (R) (CT) (ARRT) in applicable state

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 2. Occasional (

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (

L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional (

M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (

O. Radiation: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

P. Burns: 2. Occasional (

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions. Also involves intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; intermittent risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; intermittent exposure to cuts or punctures; regular exposure to radiation; and occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, bloodborne or airborne pathogens, burns, temperature extremes, loud noises, working in confined spaces, and combative or violent people. Occasional job-related travel may also be required.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department :

CT Scanner

Shift :

Flex (United States of America)

Time Type :

Full time

Address :

2201 Lexington Avenue

City, State :

Ashland, Kentucky