Radiology Tech II - CT

Job Description

Under minimal supervision, performs specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as requested by a physician to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit and performs other duties as assigned.

Perform at least two separate modalities in Diagnostic Imaging such as X‑ray and either Angiography or Computed Tomography of the following areas: neuro, abdominal, chest and extremities.

Assists physicians in performing other fluoroscopic procedures as needed. Transports patients by stretcher, bed, wheelchair, or walking. Provides care for patients during transportation and within the department, if necessary. Assists patients by lifting and moving them off and on the X‑ray table. Provides bedpans and urinals as needed. Assures that patients are properly dressed for procedures. Prepares patient for their exam by consenting, explaining the exam, and answering patient questions.

Starts intravenous lines and administers contrast and other preparations to complete the exam in a timely fashion. Cares for patient during procedures by assisting them to rest rooms, providing blankets, etc. Monitors patient condition pre and post‑procedure and reports changes in the patient’s condition to the radiologist or RN for follow‑up. Assists with emergency medical treatment under physician direction. Pulls contrast from the medication dispenser per protocol and documents contrast in the hospital information system (HIS) per protocol.

Loads the power injector for contrast studies. The technologist may give contrast media and may flush lines with normal saline. Under direct supervision of the radiologist, the technologist may pull Xylocaine for procedure and may use heparinized saline to flush catheters. Performs data entry in computer systems necessary for workflow and patient care, such as Radiology information system (RIS) and hospital information system (HIS).

Performs related duties such as reporting equipment malfunctions, assisting others, and special assignments. Cleans work area and replenishes supplies. Attends regularly scheduled department meetings and in‑services to maintain working knowledge of changes in machines and protocols. Maintains CEUs and CPR for license. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Completion of a two‑year Radiologic Technology training program approved by the American Medical Association (AMA) required.
• Licensure: CRT (California Radiologic Technologist) and Fluoroscopy license, ARRT certificates (R – Radiology and for CT Techs (CT) Computed Tomography) required.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience:
  
  One year of experience as a licensed radiologic technologist required. One year of experience in either CT or Angiography/Special Procedures preferred.
• The hourly rate for this position is $57.44 to $69.12. The range displayed on this posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.

• Union: NUHW
• Work Shift:
  
  Day Shift
• FTE: 1.0
• Scheduled
  
  Hours:
  
  40