Job Description

Job description:

Conducts a range of Computed Tomography procedures on patients of all age groups, including pediatrics, adhering to IAC guidelines. Assesses image quality, provides essential patient care during CT procedures, and takes immediate action in recognizing critical patient conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation processes for patients of different age groups.
• Applies clinical judgment in line with established standards.
• Documents clinical activities accurately and comprehensively.
• Upholds professional behavior standards to enhance service quality.
• Utilizes effective communication skills.
• Maintains equipment, supplies, and work area in line with department guidelines.
• Adheres to Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and relevant state, federal, and local laws.

Clinical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Explains procedures to patients, verifies patient history, and ensures the appropriateness of the ordered exam.
• Utilizes software programs to input imaging parameters based on the area of interest and patient conditions.
• Positions and immobilizes patients for diagnostic imaging.
• Monitors patients for adverse reactions and responds appropriately.
• Adheres to radiation safety standards to minimize dose.
• Applies scanning techniques and modifies protocols based on pathology or trauma, following radiologist guidelines.
• Performs special procedures like 3-D studies, CT arthrography, CT angiography, and interventional CT.
• Possesses venipuncture skills.

Requirements:

• Graduate of a 2-year accredited school of Radiologic Technology or equivalent training.
• Valid Computed Tomography Certificate/License.
• 1+ year of CT Tech experience with successful completion of the department CT training program.
• CT certification (A.R.R.T) and BLS certification.
• Venipuncture skills are a must.
• Experience with Siemens, Hitachi, and GE Systems, RIS/PACS preferred.

Desired Skills:

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently within prescribed exam times, following all imaging protocols.
• Understanding of medical office operations, radiation safety, and patient care.
• Compliance with all applicable policies, rules, and regulations, including HIPAA.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and make independent decisions under minimal supervision.

Additional:

• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
• 10k Sign-On bonus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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