- Location
- Socorro General Hospital, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- Workday
Description
Location Address:
1202 Highway 60 Socorro, NM 87801-3914Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $31.50 Maximum Offer $53.66Summary:
Are you a skilled CT Technologist who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and high-quality imaging services? Join our team and play a vital role in helping physicians diagnose and treat patients through advanced computed tomography (CT) procedures. In this role, you will perform CT scans with a focus on patient safety, comfort, and image quality while collaborating with radiologists and other healthcare professionals in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication skills and a commitment to compassionate care.How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
Responsibilities:
Perform and post-process a wide variety of CT examinations in accordance with established protocols and quality standards.
Verify patient identity, physician orders, and imaging procedures prior to scanning to ensure accuracy and patient safety.
Review patient charts, orders, and relevant clinical information to confirm exam appropriateness and preparation requirements.
Educate patients on CT procedures, answer questions, and provide clear instructions to promote a positive patient experience.
Document procedures performed, patient history, and other pertinent information accurately and completely in the medical record.
Conduct patient follow-up communications as needed for specialized procedures, including biopsies, abscess drainages, and other interventional exams.
Assist physicians during special procedures by preparing and maintaining sterile fields, equipment, and supplies while anticipating procedural needs.
Adhere to department policies, quality assurance standards, infection prevention protocols, and safety regulations.
Help maintain department readiness by ensuring equipment functionality and assisting with inventory management, ordering, and stocking supplies as needed.
Participate in staff meetings, in-service training, workshops, and continuing education opportunities to support professional growth and maintain competency.
Achieve eligibility to sit for the CT Registry examination within two years of hire and pursue CT certification within five years of hire.
Qualifications:
Required Education
- Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology or a related imaging field required.
Required Certifications & Licensure
- Certified CT Technologist
- New Mexico Computed Tomography License (NMCT) required.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Computed Tomography certification (ARRT(CT)) required.
OR
CT Technologist in Training / Provisional Status
- New Mexico Provisional Computed Tomography License (NMPCT) required.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification in Radiography (ARRT(R)) required.
- Must obtain ARRT(CT) certification and NMCT licensure within two (2) years of obtaining the NMPCT.
- Must be actively pursuing an approved CT certification pathway.
Additional Requirements
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
