CTCT Techn PRN

Overview

The CT Technologist performs examinations in accordance with ACR accreditation practice guidelines and SARH protocols for CT and X-Ray. The CT Technologist works under the guidance of the Lead CT Technologist, the direct supervision of the Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor, Diagnostic Imaging Medical Director, and under general supervision of the Director of Imaging.

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology with current certification and licensure in CT.
• Experience: Experienced Radiologic Technologist of 1–2 years cross trained in CT preferred.
• Licenses/Certificates: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following Essential Duties satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties of the position, provided it does not create undue hardship on SARH.
• Uphold and demonstrate “We Care” values in everyday activities and behavior.
• Demonstrate appropriate awareness of suspected abuse/neglect and take measures to report suspicions.
• Identify and plan for safety precautions to prevent patient injury.
• Meet departmental standards and competencies as evidenced by department-specific documentation.
• Observe professional ethics in maintaining confidential information acquired regarding persons, finances, medical history, or employment of patients, families, and employees of SARH.
• Follow and enforce accepted safety practices for patients and SARH; report hazards and initiate appropriate action; participate in safety instructional programs.
• Performs diagnostic procedures on patients according to American College of Radiology standards and practices, MQSA, ARRT, and/or ARDMS.
• Adapts procedures according to protocol to meet the individual needs of the patient, the provider and the situation.
• Identifies and performs safety measures according to regulatory agency and policy guidelines.
• Communicates with patients, team members, and management in an accurate and timely manner, including: pre-screens patient, alleviates anxieties, completes timely clinical documentation, uses electronic systems to manage the patient experience, and protects confidentiality.
• Applies critical thinking skills and considers alternatives; organizes multitask workload; prioritizes tasks/work; collects/integrates data from multiple sources; organizes/delivers care for multiple priorities; develops and maintains human care relationships; adapts patient care for diverse populations; advocates for patient needs; refers concerns/issues to appropriate resources.
• Manages self and resources effectively; acknowledges limits of experience and capability; identifies learning needs and seeks resources; utilizes equipment and supplies appropriately; maintains a clean, orderly environment of care; ensures traffic control in “sensitive areas”; seeks out and accepts feedback; requests assistance appropriately; applies leadership skills.
• Participates in QC and performance improvement initiatives; manages conflict; coordinates workflow among co-workers to maintain adequate coverage for scheduled and non-scheduled exams; incorporates teaching in the delivery of care with a focus on health promotion.
• Provides appropriate information to patients; assesses for barriers to learning; uses colleagues as a learning resource; supports the preceptorship program, student rotations and job shadow experiences; demonstrates the unit-specific skills requisite for unit/patient population served.
• Performs duties and functions as a CT Technologist; obtains and assesses patient history and determines appropriateness and specific protocol; refers to Radiologists with any questions.
• Performs CT Scans according to set protocols with the ability to effectively manipulate and/or adapt technical parameters to obtain maximum image quality; maintains knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and common landmarks used for positioning and scanning; maintains awareness of Radiation Safety and CT Dose, adhering to ALARA standards and ACR guidelines; has documented…