CT Technologist I

Base Pay Range: $33.48 - $50.22

Job Description

The CT Technologist I is a Full Time, Regular position working Monday through Friday, day shift hours at our Inland Imaging Pasco Imaging Center.

Summary:

To obtain the safest and highest quality CT exams under the direct or indirect supervision of a radiologist per established Inland Imaging guidelines and protocols.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Certification eligible:
With no prior CT experience required, we offer comprehensive on-the-job training. During this training, you will learn to operate a CT scanner safely and effectively. You will be trained to read and interpret CT protocols, and work closely with radiologists to ensure that the correct exams are conducted for each patient. Additionally, you will receive instruction on the proper placement of IVs.

Upon completion of this training, you will be fully equipped to operate a CT scanner independently.

Independently performs CT studies that meet or exceed the standards set by the interpreting radiologist(s)

Follows established protocols for individual CT examinations

Uses professional judgment to reconstruct images as needed to enhance study for interpretation

Ensures proper radiation dose to patient and to obtain a quality exam

Communicates with the Radiologist as needed to protocol exams.

Prepares equipment and room for exams:

Assists in the transportation of patients as needed

Ensures proper contrast dosage is ready and available as needed

Prepares room with sterile trays and supplies for invasive procedures

Cleans exam room after each study

Interviews and assesses patient for CT exam

Obtains detailed patient history to aid the radiologist in making a diagnosis

Obtains procedure consent

Reviews patient preparation checklist prior to procedure

Performs parenteral procedures i.e., contrast injections, IV starts/removal

Uses universal precautions with all patients.

Tests and monitors IV sites during injections, when possible, to avoid extravasation of contrast

Consistently practices sterile procedures for invasive studies

Quickly recognizes patient contrast reaction and follows accepted standards for appropriate patient care during and after reaction

Always wears appropriate PPE for study following isolation processes

Physically assists patients on or off the CT table

Safely uses hoyer lifts within manufactures guidelines when available.

Communicates with patient during exam to ensure the patient does not move and to ensure patient comfort level

Verifies that orders are received and within the indication for the exam.

Reviews studies post exam to check for quality and acute or urgent findings upon completion.

Assures preauthorization (when needed) for exam has been obtained and if exam changes that a new authorization has been requested.

Completes all exam paperwork

Builds patient exam work list

Presents exam in PACS using appropriate hanging protocols.

Readies the OLF (patient history form) to send study to the radiologist worklist.

Changes exam codes in billing system as appropriate

Appropriately codes exam for billing

Adds charges for medications and contrast as appropriate

Rotates to other shifts and locations as needed for staffing and patient care.

Troubleshoots CT equipment and reports issues to Manager and/or Director

Coordinates patient care between technologists and clerical staff to facilitate a smooth workflow

Responds to information requests from patients, scheduling, and other departments.

Performs daily Quality Assurance.

This position may be required to work in a clinical setting.

Performs other duties as assigned General

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality within the Inland Imaging companies and Inland’s customers. Follows all Health and Safety policies and guidelines of Inland Imaging or its partners depending on work location. Follows all company policies including those regarding harassment, non-retaliation, discrimination, respectful workplace, and related policies. Follows all policies regarding HIPAA, non-disclosure of confidential information and company security. Honest, pleasant manner and good personal hygiene.

Free of alcohol and drug abuse. Ability to access multiple worksites in a timely manner. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Detail oriented; ability to multi-task; organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education through professional journals, approved seminars, etc. Ability to consider individual needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages.

Adheres to departmental standards and personnel policies by demonstrating…