CT Technologist - PRESNow-ABQ - 24 / 7 ED / UC Isleta -Relocation Assistance Available

Overview : The Isleta location of PRESNow is seeking a

CT Technologist.    Performs computerized tomographic

radiographs according to established practices and procedures,

Reviews exams for clinical appropriateness, appropriately

prioritizes exams, and demonstrates effective communication of

critical situations, Supports new employee orientation by properly

documenting clinical competence, Responsible for maintaining

necessary credentials, timely renewal of required credentials, May

be required to perform general radiology and or lab testing as

required by primary job location. Type of Opportunity : Full Time

Evenings   Sign on and r elocation bonuses available for

qualified candidates.   Must have a NM Computed Tomography

License (NMCT) or NM Computed Tomography Provisional License

(NMPCT) NM Computed Tomography Works on behalf of the

patients / significant others in representing their concerns and

helping resolve ethical and clinical issues that impact the

patients situation. Recognizes patient concern and reacts

appropriately, including documentation of events.

• Educates patient

prior to scanning procedure explaining the procedure and answering

patient questions. Works with other departments to create an

effective patient exam flow to include avoiding conflicting

procedures and delay of patient care as well as effective

utilization of limited technical and clinical resources.

Effectively manages environmental and system resources across the

healthcare system and community to meet patient / significant others

needs and ensure quality care and outcomes. Assesses clinical area

to uncover and report safety issues with regards to physical space,

expired supplies, and or damaged equipment. Uses holistic body,

mind, spirit approach in provision of care by recognizing,

appreciating, and incorporating cultural, spiritual, gender, race,

ethnicity, lifestyle, socioeconomic, age, and values differences in

practice. Fosters patient / significant others learning to promote

self-care using both formal and informal processes as applicable

and at an appropriate level of understanding, and contributes to

the orientation and professional growth of colleagues. Properly

conducts pre / post procedure screening, supports student educational

programs, invests quality time onboarding new employees, takes

initiative to stay current on technology protocols and advances.

Performs necessary clinical and technical safety checks and

screening processes, validates reasons for exam with patient prior

to scanning, addresses all safety concerns prior to scanning, and

performs red rules to ensure right patient / right exam / right order.

Understands importance of performing necessary

safety / calibration / quality checks per established protocols.

Demonstrates and role models CARES behaviors of continuous

learning, accountability, respecting and responding, ensuring an

environment of health, and obtaining superior outcomes in all

endeavors related to job responsibilities. Supports organizational

and department business objectives by providing standardized,

evidence-based care that contributes to achieving optimal outcomes

and patient experiences. Actively participates in hospital and

department quality and community initiatives, and maintains

competency required for X ray, lab, EKG, and other clinic duties as

assigned / where applicable. Benefits : We're all about well-being,

starting with yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun,

engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and

community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness

and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists

to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we

serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system

comprised 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 13,000

employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500

nurses. Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide

and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and

Commercial health plans.   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.