CT Radiologic Tech PD

Responsibilities

• Performs CT exams on patients of all ages, to include: Infants, Children, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics.
• Demonstrates ability to perform all types of CT exams, based upon established protocols, to include but not limited to: Head, Abdomen, Pelvis, Sinus, Neck, Chest, Lumbar spine.
• Completes Contrast Material Questionnaire to identify prior history of contrast reaction.
• Demonstrates ability to prep patients, start an IV, and administer contrast for: Children, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics.
• Demonstrates ability to set up and utilize immobilization devices for: Infants, Children, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics.
• Sets up and operates Power Injector. Establishes and selects the proper protocol. Demonstrates ability to manipulate when necessary, the PRE set protocols to fit the Radiologists' requests. Demonstrates ability to perform special reconstruction and segmentation. Demonstrates ability to operate Film Laser Camera.
• Sets up oxygen and suction, as needed. Demonstrates ability to use Teleradiology, PACS, and RIS systems.
• Schedules patients and ensures preps are distributed. Assists radiologists with abscess drainage and needle biopsies.
• Demonstrates ability to place service calls. Demonstrates ability to film exams and create CDs as requested. Performs non-routine views, as necessary.
• Maintains current CPR certification.
• Demonstrates ability to perform all daily functions within CT independently, without a second Technologist, if necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent required.
• ARRT (R, CT) registered with current State of RI Radiographer License and current State of Rhode Island Diagnostic Computed Tomography License or ARRT (CT) with current State of Rhode Island Diagnostic Computed Tomography License.
• At least 3 months experience performing routine diagnostic radiology or CT exams.
• Current CPR certification.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit 7 or more hours, stand/squat 1-3 hours, walk 3-7 and lift 10-35 with good body mechanics.
• Moderate twisting and frequent bending required.
• Must be able to use both hands and wrists with frequent fine motor movement and moderate repetition.
• Near vision must be accurate at 20/20, far vision 20/40 and accurate depth perception with minimal color discrimination.
• Must hear whisper at three feet.

Pay Range

$39.56-$65.28

Location

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type

As needed

Work Shift

Variable

Daily Hours

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required

No