Computed Tomography -Ganado-AZ-Pay Negotiable
Talented Medical Solutions · Ganado, AZ · 2 days ago
On-siteOTHRContract
Requirements
- Education: Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology or completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
- Licensure/Certification: Current ARRT certification in Radiography (R); Current ARRT Computed Tomography (CT) certification or advanced CT certification as required; Current state Radiologic Technologist license where applicable.
- Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Venipuncture Certification Preferred. Fluoroscopy certification preferred or required by facility or state regulations.
- Experience: Previous Computed Tomography (CT) experience preferred; Experience in hospital, outpatient, emergency, trauma, or acute care settings preferred; Experience with PACS, RIS, and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems preferred.
Essential Functions
- Perform computed tomography (CT) examinations according to physician orders and established imaging protocols.
- Position patients appropriately and explain imaging procedures to ensure patient comfort and cooperation.
- Operate CT imaging equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
- Administer contrast media when required in accordance with facility policies and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
- Evaluate image quality and ensure all required imaging is completed prior to submission for interpretation.
- Transfer and verify images through PACS and other imaging systems for radiologist review.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR), RIS, and PACS systems.
- Monitor patient condition during imaging procedures and respond appropriately to changes in patient status.
- Follow radiation safety principles, ALARA guidelines, infection prevention standards, HIPAA regulations, and departmental policies.
- Perform routine quality assurance, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and report equipment issues as needed.
- Maintain adequate imaging supplies and ensure examination rooms are clean, organized, and prepared for patient care.
- Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Assist with general radiography, portable imaging, fluoroscopy, or other imaging procedures as required by the facility and within the scope of practice.
- Participate in quality improvement activities, continuing education, competency assessments, and staff training as assigned.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.