CT Tech-Certified, PRN, Variable Shifts

About the role

Performs a variety of procedures applying ionizing radiation. Performs CT scans as directed. Communicates with the physician and other work-related personnel appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Identifies patients and procedures.
• Communicate with nursing or physician concerning patient.
• Inform nursing of patients that need IV sedation or biopsies.
• Fill out questionnaires on all patients between the ages of 12-55 yrs. old.
• Positions patients accurately for all CT procedures.
• Patient transfer and positioning for best visibility.
• Know scanning protocols in depth.
• Perform procedures correctly using protocol book for reference.
• Studies must be done in a timely manner and taken to the radiologist for interpretation.
• Write time procedure is finished and film on patient board.
• Films must be archived and taken to radiologist for reading.
• Acquires appropriate supplies and prepares room for patient.
• Keeps room cleaned and stocked at all times.
• Adequate supplies and linens must always be available.
• Cleans tables and trays after each patient.
• Use proper technique when injection IV contrast.
• Ensure IV is working and checked first with an injection of saline.
• Choose correct method of injection (hand or injector).
• Must be proficient in filming from imaging workstation.
• 3D imaging and multiplanar reconstruction.
• Responds to codes and other emergency situations appropriately.
• Explains CT procedure to patient and/or family member.
• Obtains completed questionnaire and proper history and clinical from patient, floor or physician's office.
• Informs patients and families of all delays.
• Trains co-workers and students.
• Acquires requisition and checks for appropriate clinical.
• Charges procedure, supplies and surgical codes when exam is completed.
• Indicates no-film badge wearing name and fluoro time.
• Adds surgical charges when needed.
• Operates the PAC’s system appropriately and verify studies before sending to archive.
• Reports equipment problems to supervisor, in-charge tech and documents confirmation numbers.
• Appropriate forms must be completed for all procedures.
• Fills out contrast sheet on all patients receiving IV and rectal contrast.
• A contrast media form must be filled out on all patients, CT forms must be filled out on all patients.
• Communicates with radiologist to determine appropriate protocols for each exam.
• Correct protocols are utilized as prescribed by the radiologist.
• Procedures must be performed as directed by the radiologist.
• Correct scans as performed.
• Demonstrates recognition of anatomy and pathology as related to scan being processed.
• Performs warm up calibrations as needed.
• Maintain competency needed for working in the CT department.
• Performs point of care testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education - Certification Program. Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program. Experience - No experience required. In Lieu Of Team members employed in this job on 11/08/2020 are grandfathered from the minimum requirements noted above. Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses - ARRT Registered and registered in CTCPRSCRQSA certification (Required for team members working in South Carolina).

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills
• 3D Imaging preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Data entry skills

Benefits

Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.

Pay

Variable (United States of America)

Schedule

Variable

Location

Greenville Memorial Hospital

Facility

1008 Greenville Memorial Hospital

Department

10087124 CT Scan

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