CT Tech

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Posted 3 weeks ago.

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Wellstar Douglas in Douglasville, Georgia is seeking an FT Day Registered CT Technologist. The days and hours for the position are Monday, Thursday and Friday from 7:00 a - 7:30 p; this position will receive a CT specialty differential and evening shift differentials as well. The Registered CT Technologist must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs and be dependable, accountable and cooperative.

This role includes performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures, acquiring quality diagnostic studies, utilizing equipment, and assisting with patient care.

Position is eligible for Sign-On Bonus and Relocation.

• Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.
• Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
• Follows established procedures for the administration of contrast media so no patient condition deteriorates and no patient suffers undue pain.
• Ensures all studies have proper patient identification and right and left marker are utilized appropriately.
• Reviews CT/radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
• Responds to emergency situations and provides for the restocking of the crash cart and maintenance of life support equipment.
• Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed.
• Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no patient condition deteriorates.
• Verifies correct identity of patient using 2 unique identifiers prior to performing a procedure per hospital policy and procedure.
• Ensures patient privacy and comfort, maintains dignity throughout the exam or procedure.
• Demonstrates competence in determining and applying appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies, and techniques based on patient age.
• Organizes schedule, time and priorities to accomplish required activities within designated time frames.
• Follows physician instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
• Demonstrates proficiency with loading and operating power injection.
• Uses critical‑thinking skills.
• Dialogues with patient/family.
• Asks clarifying questions.
• Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
• Understands, demonstrates and documents pre‑procedural verification and Time‑Out process when appropriate.
• Demonstrates and understands pre‑and‑post procedural care.
• Preps the patient for the procedure.
• Demonstrates and understands sterile technique.
• Maintains competency with venipuncture.

• Demonstrates ability to adjust technique so the patient receives the lowest possible dose of ionizing radiation while maintaining image quality.
• Reports problems with malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider for timely resolution.
• Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment per infection‑control policy and department cleaning schedule.

• Patiently and clearly explains purpose and nature of exam to patient prior to starting the procedure, using AIDET.
• Ensures patient questions, concerns or contraindications are satisfactorily addressed, notifying physician if unresolved before starting the procedure.
• Participates in orientation and training of departmental employees.
• Provides patients with preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures.
• Required documentation is concise, legible and includes precise terminology.
• Reads email each day scheduled to work and follows through with assignment.
• Completes mandatory departmental and hospital‑wide education without prompting.