Lead CT Tech

Overview

$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Compensation : From $37.50 per hour, increasing with experience.

This is a full-time, 36 hours per week, benefit eligible position

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Lead CT Technologist to join our highly skilled Diagnostic Imaging Team at Bridgton Hospital!

The Lead CT Technologist monitors the daily activities of the CT section of Imaging. Performs radiographic and CT studies. Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards as it relates to the care provided to all age groups of patients for this service, usually adult to elderly. Completes specific and annual competencies as it applies to CT and participates in CQI activities.

Education and Experience :

• High school graduate; BS or MS degree preferred.
• Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (AART) in radiography.
• Certified in CT through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Certified in the State of Maine to practice and administer radiation.
• Five-year radiology experience preferred.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification required within one month of

expiration.

Bridgton Region : Bridgton, Maine captures a perfect slice of lakeside beauty. located in Maine's Lake Region, the town is nestled among many of the state's most scenic lakes, mountains and forests, offering a variety of year-round outdoor recreation activities, as well as easy access to some of the area's most significant historical and cultural sites. Ski enthusiasts, in particular, will love this area for its ski slopes at Pleasant Mountain Ski Area -these unique ski slopes, created by the townspeople in the 1930's, spell the word "LOVE". Only 40-minutes from North Conway, New Hampshire and an hour from Portland, this delightful town is a great place to enjoy the best of living and working in Maine!

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Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!

Responsibilities

1. Monitors the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of

electric shock, and burns.

2. In accordance with the Radiologist and Chief Radiologist, he / she determines the most suitable anatomical

posture and position protocols that ensure expected diagnostic results and patient safety.

3. Assesses patient pain interfering with imaging procedure - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.

4. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood

of medical / health care errors.

5. Practices medical aseptic procedures.

6. Ensures that all the work is complete and that the staff functions efficiently.

7. Monitors and evaluates all quality control checks.

8. Ensures accurate QC logs, service records, etc.

9. Maintains the highest quality of imaging consistent with prescribed examination; documents and deviation.

10. Interacts professionally with patient, family and staff. Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate

in patient care and performance improvement initiatives.

11. Coordinates staff education.

12. Supervises the proper use of all equipment consistent with proper protocols.

13. Monitors the care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general

population.

14. Establishes and maintains the standards of performance.

15. Trains all Section staff in the overall operation and orientation in CT.

16. Attends and participates with hospital committees as appropriate.

17. Ensures preventative maintenance / repair of CT equipment; communicates completion, or deviation with

Regional Manager.

18. Promotes effective intra and interdepartmental relationships.

19. Assists in formulating strategies for market growth.

20. Ensures knowledge of hospital policies.

21. Customer Service : Interacts with all individuals in a consistent manner, providing attention, support, and

assistance to foster an environment of exceptional personal service.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

1. Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards

i. I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment

ii. I am actively listening and seeking information

iii. I am honest, truthful, and consistent

iv. I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy

v. I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate

vi. I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork

vii. I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.

2. Serve as the champion of the patient and team member experience by providing an A+ experience to every

patient and team member, every day

Represent the organization in a positive manner, support and encourages strong morale within the team and

maintain effective, professional relationships with others

1. Basic computer knowledge

2. Excellent Customer Service Skills

3. Ability to prioritize and use critical thinking skills

4. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English

5. Additional languages preferred

6. Effectively communicate with patients and co-workers in a supportive and tactful manner

7. Ability to remain calm in a busy or stressful situation

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

CMH actively promotes diversity in its workforce at all levels of the organization. We strive to create and maintain a setting where we celebrate cultural and other differences and consider them strengths of the organization. CMH is an equal opportunity workforce and no one shall discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status with respect to any offer, or term or condition, of employment. We make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.