CT Technologist

Up to a $15,000 Sign on Bonus Available

Position Summary:
Performs routine imaging examinations in CT on a scheduled and emergency basis following departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Performs routine imaging examinations in CT on a scheduled and emergency basis.
• Reviews and evaluates requisitions for CT imaging procedures, abstracting data from patient charts and determining appropriateness of procedure prescribed given diagnosis and clinical signs for CT examinations.
• Identify patients according to Hospital Policy with 2 identifiers.
• Performs basic imaging analysis (e.g. 3D).
• Selects appropriate equipment and technical factors to identify pathologic and normal anatomy.
• Assesses patients\' and parents\' physical and emotional status and ability to respond to instructions and develops plan for adjusting to patients\' specific needs.
• Explain the examination and is able to answer questions from patient and parents regarding the exam and Radiation exposure, practices ALARA.
• Consistently provides exceptional care and exceptional service.
• Follows Departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.
• Practices High Reliability Training.

Patient/Family Relations

• Responds to the uniqueness of the patient, creating a supportive environment for the patient and the family.

Equipment

• Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions.

Operations

• Assists in organizing and maintaining daily operations of section.

General

• Participates in departmental and hospital meetings.
• Completes all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Complies with ETU.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations.
• Practices the 6 core values of the Hospital; excellence, innovation, communication, respect, teamwork and accountability

• Furthers professional education and maintains knowledge of current regulations and standards, policies and procedures.
• Maintains up-to-date licensure/certification/registration in departmental file.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Associates degree, Allied Health. Bachelors degree preferred.
Experience:
1 year of experience working as a Radiologic Technologist
Licensure/ Certifications:
1. RT/CT registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
2. Must meet, successfully complete, and maintain the ARRT certification.
3. BLS certification.