Travel CT Tech in Wrangell, AK

CT Tech Location: Wrangell, AK Agency: Windsor Healthcare Recruitment Group, Inc. Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Rotating Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

Allied Travel Careers  is working with Windsor Healthcare Recruitment Group, Inc. to find a qualified CT Tech in Wrangell, Alaska, 99929!

MUST PROVIDE 2 FINGERPRINT CARDS UPON ACCEPTANCE OF POSITION MUST HAVE CT EXPERIENCE and CERTIFICATION The Radiologic Technologist/CT Tech must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients service on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient s needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit s/area/department s policies and procedures.

JKey Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job AGES SPECIFIC TO DEPARTMENT Newborn Birth through 1 Month Infant 1 Month through 5 years School Age 6 years through 12 years Adolescent/Teenager 13 years through 17 years Young Adult 18 years through 34 years Middle Adult 35 years through 50 years Mature Adult 51 years through 69 years Geriatric Adult 70 years + CULTURE/RELIGIOUS ASPECTS Employee will work with patients/employees of all cultural and religious backgrounds.

ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE Employee performs within the prescribed limits of SEARHC Ethics and Compliance Program. Is responsible to detect, observe and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor, or upward through the chain of command, the Compliance Officer or hospital hotline. CUSTOMER SERVICE All employees must adhere to the Mission, Vision, and Key Values of SEARHC. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Must provide radiographic CT examination of all body parts for diagnostic interpretation.

Must exercise professional judgement in performance of procedures applying principles of radiation protection. Perform diagnostic medical radiography/sonography within department and other areas. Maintain patient records and files. Assume responsibility for departmental quality assurance program. Pursue continuing education. Transfer patient to and from radiology. In absence of supervisor, assume responsibility of department. Rotate shifts as required. Perform ancillary duties as requested by supervisor.

Follow policies and procedures as set up by SEARHC Administration. Assist in general hygiene of department and self. Should be able to work well in situations of stress. Must be willing to able to take call and report to work within 20 minutes. Must be willing to learn other imaging modalities as Manager sees fit. Must be able to perform duties in two fields of imaging and willing to work outside of modality, i.e., Ultrasound, MRI, CT, Mammography.

Must maintain competency in ancillary modality. Able and willing to perform other duties as assigned. CT/ INTERVENTIONAL Responsible for care of equipment in this area. Responsible for record maintenance. Assist with invasive procedures and knowledge of these procedures. Active part in the preparation of procedure in this area. Consult with referring physicians. Strive towards the goal of venipuncture. Follow standard precautions procedure.

Alter routine protocols to provide quality care to pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients. Change contrast levels per age group. Set up and run automatic injector. Familiar with contraindications of contract. Competent in tele-radiology transmission. Competent in sterile technique. Actively assist in supply inventory and ordering. Daily/Weekly QC LEAD TECHNOLOGIST Work in conjunction with Imaging Manager and Director; support development and achievement of organizational goals and objectives.

Review, edit, correct, and validate PACS to ensure accurate patient procedure image labeling. Ensure flow of work is organized and efficient. Assign daily staffing schedule. Respond to staff concerns promptly. Works to identify and solve operational problems. Assist in hiring staff. Coordinate new staff orientation. Serve as an expert resource for staff. Staff need to feel comfortable going to the lead as a resource for clinical or technical questions, patient or customer concerns, and process questions.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS Attends department/organizational meetings, in-services, and disaster drills. Additional

Job Description Additional

Job Description Education, Certifications, and Licenses

Required:

Current ARRT in Radiography OR Current ARDMS in one category (Abd or OB/GYN) BLS certification required within 45 days of start Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years

Experience Required Able to perform all diagnostic exams as related to assigned modality.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Tech I ARRT or ARDMS in one modality (i.e., ARRT general…