CT​/Xray Technologist

Your job is more than a job. The CT/X-Ray Technologist performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. This position performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.

• Demonstrates skills and knowledge in use of all CT/X-ray and peripheral equipment and performance of all CT/X-ray protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrates technical proficiency in producing high quality scans demonstrating the requested anatomical part within the appropriate length of time for the procedure type.
• Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS.
• Reviews scans with the Radiologist as to important anatomical detail and areas of abnormalities.
• Provides and performs training in accordance to the hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Assess and evaluate the trainee and provide feedback to the Radiology Manager.
• Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies and procedures, to ensure the safety of the patient:
• Communicates effectively with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient or patient's chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination.
• Explains procedure to patients/families and Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees:
• Checks and inspects the suite, equipment and accessories daily for physical or mechanical hazards.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions, immediately reports dangerous conditions to the appropriate person.
• Maintains work area in a clean orderly fashion.
• Checks stock supply levels, maintains supplies at par level and displays an effort in supply maintenance and utilization.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment.
• Maintains supply of linen in the room.
• Maintains quality control checks in accordance with policy requirements:
• Participates in department QC and PI programs, follows up on all deficiencies.
• Maintains proper sterile technique for procedures, practices aseptic techniques and always washes hands before and after each patient contact.
• Strictly adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation.
• Always wears film badge while on duty, follows departmental procedures for badge results.
• Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations:
• Consistently, accurately and legibly records the required information on the requisition.
• Always pulls previous films, exams and reports, accurately records the required information on the film jacket and performs other file room duties as required.
• Charges for the procedures.
• Performs other routine clerical duties as assigned.
• Inputs and verifies all data is sent and verified in PACS/RIS.
• Demonstrates safety for patients, staff and self as outlined in department and hospital protocols and regulatory guidelines, to ensure the safety of the patients and staff:
• Recognizes emergent situations and responds appropriately.
• Calls codes (x8585) when needed.
• Observes and monitors patient's vital signs.
• Monitors medical equipment attached to the patient during the radiographic procedure.

• EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS CT (NOEH) Registered or registry eligible (NOEH)
• EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
  
  Required:
  
  Associate's Degree Radiologic Technology (NOEH/TOURO)

• Certification Name:
  Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Required Issuer:
  American Heart Association Licensure Speciality:
  Training Certification Entity: NOEH/TOURO
• Certification Name:
  Radiography Certification Required Issuer:
  American Registry of Radiologic…