Radiologic Technologist-Computed Tomography

Duties:
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, specializes in the performance of computerized tomographic radiological procedures on patients
May perform general diagnostic radiology examinations
Performs related duties as required.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination.
Reviews clinical data on requisition and performs appropriate examination
Obtains additional information about the patient medical history as necessary.
Prepares procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such as linen and related supplies.
Analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and performs the CT scan.
Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information from the area of the body being studied.
Administers intravenous contrast media to including utilization of power injectors
Monitors patient for possible reactions as appropriate to the study and provides immediate care to patient if a reaction should occur.
May prepare and set up sterile equipment, monitors, and supplies required for the procedure to be performed
Ensures the adequate supplies are on hand and properly stored.
Assists Radiologist in performing complex sterile diagnostic procedures such as biopsies.
Performs all imaging procedures by demonstrating the principles of radiation protection: may involve shielding of patients, selection of appropriate equipment settings to reduction dose, using other ALARA techniques, etc.
PACS: resolves any/all image exceptions and ensures high quality image delivery into PACS; including viewing of images into PACS, and confirming image/series counts.
RIS: completes all study indexing; including study begin, study end, and the completion of the study in the Radiology Information System
Reviews and confirms as necessary with Radiologist clinical protocols before preforming study
Demonstrates on a consistent basis Team member standards of excellence including: AIDET, open communication, responding in a timely manner, displaying a positive attitude, fostering innovation, respecting diversity, etc.
Performs all documentation in the medical record as necessary, as well as within the radiology information system to support all clinical and billing functions.

Education:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or G.E.D
equivalent is required.
Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and the advanced registry in Computed Tomography (CT) or registry eligible
If registry eligible, registry must be obtained within 12 months of date of hire
Failure to obtain registry within the designated time-frame will result in termination of the Rad Tech- CT position.
Must maintain the required hours of continued education.
Healthcare Provider certification required
(BCLS)

Certifications & Licenses:
ARRT
CT Certification
Radiologic Technologist

Skills:
Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the Client Customer Service Policy and summarized below:
Communication Ownership
Understanding Motivation
Sensitivity Excellence
Teamwork Respect
Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services.
Must possess the following personal qualities:
Be self-directed
Be flexible and committed to the team concept
Demonstrate teamwork, initiative and willingness to learn
Be open to new learning experiences
Accepts and respects deversity without judgment
Demonstrates customer service values
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
May work in the hospital with a fixed unit or in an ambulatory Mobile Unit at one of the Medical Centers.
May be potentially exposed to radiation if proper precautions are not utilized
May be exposed to high-voltage equipment.
May be exposed to potentially contagious patients.
Occasionally may lift and/or move equipment and/or patients that would be in excess of 10 lbs.

City: Wyandotte

Schedule:
Start Date: 03/06/2024
End Date: 05/31/2024
Hours Per Week: 40.00
Hours Per Day: 8.00
Days Per Week: 5.00