Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist - Per Diem - Flex - MHP

Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida

About the role

Provides computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. Employees in Imaging Services enjoy participating in an excellent, unrivaled culture where patient safety, quality, and outstanding customer service are valued above all else. Extensive teamwork and collaboration are encouraged across the modalities to improve patient outcomes and provide a rewarding experience for employees involved in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Takes on-call shift responsibilities as required by the department.
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes images and identifies issues with the quality of images. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure if clinically appropriate.
• Charges appropriately for all supplies used for procedure and utilizes appropriate exam codes.

Competencies

• Accountability
• Accuracy & Quality
• Administration of Contrast Media
• Customer Service
• Image Production, Analysis, and Archival
• Patient and Family Centered Care
• Patient Assessment and Care
• Patient Positioning and Procedures
• Radiation Protection
• Responding to Change
• Standards of Behavior

Requirements

• Accredited Program: Radiology (Required)
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiology Tech) certification (Required)
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (Required)
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) license from the State of Florida (Required)
• Registered as a Technologist (RT) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as required by state law.
• Registered in computed tomography (CT) by ARRT within 1 year of hire date.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• No previous CT experience required.
• One year of radiology technologist experience is preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping: 40%
• Keyboard Entry: 60%
• Kneeling: 20%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater: 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient: 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 25.01 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient: 60%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient: 60%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient: 60%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient: 60%
• Reaching: 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg: 20%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm: 60%
• Sitting: 60%
• Squatting: 20%
• Standing: 40%
• Walking: 60%
• Audible Speech: 80%
• Hearing Acuity: 80%
• Depth Perception: 80%
• Distinguish Color: 80%
• Seeing - Far: 80%
• Seeing - Near: 80%
• Biohazardous Waste: 60%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory: 60%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion: 60%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids: 60%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens: 60%
• Hazardous Chemicals: 40%
• Hazardous Medication: 20%
• Latex: 20%
• Computer Monitor: 60%
• Fire Risk: 20%
• Moving Mechanical Parts: 40%
• Needles/Sharp Objects: 60%
• Potential Electric Shock: 20%
• Potential for Physical Assault: 20%
• Radiation: 20%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces: 20%

Schedule

Shift: Evenings