CT Technologist | PRN at Abarca Health

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Part TimeJob Type
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HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • Associate's Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology, or equivalent specialty
  • Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 60 Days
  • Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds
  • Knowledge of the principles of growth and development and ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status
  • Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department
  • Commitment to Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles
  • Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE)
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Work effectively in a team environment

Responsibilities

  • Prepares patients and adjusts equipment for taking film. Positions and instructs patients regarding procedures
  • Performs all required procedures utilizing proper positioning, format, technique and protocol
  • Identifies, interviews and screens patients for proper diet preparation and possible allergies to contrast materials. Consults with supervisor, radiologist and physicians as needed. Explains procedures to patients
  • Assures that equipment has been calibrated and applies radiation principles of protection
  • Records procedure and pertinent data in patient’s medical record
  • Participates in the quality assessment and improvement plan, assuming responsibility for specific quality control duties
  • Monitors inventory of supplies, orders, and expired items and notify appropriate individual when stock is low
  • Monitors and reports equipment malfunctions
  • Produces high quality images via digital imaging or hard CR cassette and presents the film satisfactorily for Radiologist interpretation
  • Mentors and assists in the education of students
  • Assists with staff/student on-the-job training and orientation
  • Performs CT examinations contributing to the efficient operation of the department to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care
  • Assists in clinical training of staff technologists and radiology clinical students

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CT ScanningPatient PositioningRadiation ProtectionContrast Media ScreeningEquipment CalibrationPatient PreparationRadiologic Protocols

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay range for the CT Technologist position?

The pay range is $28.00 - $44.00, with actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

Is this a remote position, or where is it located?

This is an on-site position at Avera McKennan Hospital.

What are the essential qualifications for this role?

Candidates must have visual acuity adequate to perform position duties, the ability to communicate effectively with others, and the ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds.

What is the work environment like at Avera?

It's a positive work environment as part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion, where the mission is practiced daily to deliver excellent care and move health forward.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include health, dental, paid time off, and generous retirement, with great wages starting immediately.

Abarca Health

Pharmacy Benefit Management services provider

About Abarca Health

Abarca Health provides Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) services, focusing on flexible and user-friendly solutions for health plans, employers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Its main product, the Darwin platform, allows clients to quickly implement and modify benefit designs while ensuring compliance with regulations. Abarca Health manages over $5.3 billion in drug spend and processes 100 million prescription claims annually, offering additional services like home delivery for prescriptions. The company's goal is to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions in the PBM market.

Aventura, FloridaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

PTO
Parental leave
Work flexibility
Health insurance
Wellness stipend
401k
Tuition reimbursement
Leadership development programs

Risks

Increased competition from Amazon Pharmacy and Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drug Company.
Growing focus on specialty drugs may require platform adaptation.
Shift towards price transparency could pressure Abarca's pricing models.

Differentiation

Abarca Health's Darwin platform is highly adaptable and user-friendly.
The company offers innovative programs like Triple S en Casa for home delivery.
Abarca Health ensures compliance with ever-changing healthcare regulations.

Upsides

Abarca transitioned two million members to Darwin in 18 months, showing operational efficiency.
Collaboration with Blue Shield of California boosts Abarca's reputation in the PBM sector.
Recognition as a top IT workplace attracts top talent, driving innovation.

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