CT Tech I

About the role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, efficient, courteous services to patients while performing high-quality CT exams.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements and provide the care needed.
• Perform diagnostic x-rays as needed.
• Provide high quality test results in a prompt and accurate fashion.
• Comply with the job description of the Diagnostic X-ray Technologist II as necessary.
• Ensure that patient information is acceptable (Order for Exam and Lab work).
• Properly position patient and make patient comfortable.
• Image the patient according to approved Cat Scan protocols 100% of the time.
• Review images and send to PACS for interpretation.
• Close exam in EPIC/PACS.
• Prepare, identify and/or administer medication as prescribed by a licensed practitioner when applicable.
• Transport patients to and from the room when required as noted by leadership.
• Provide a safe environment to our patients.
• Explain all procedures to patients and answer any questions or concerns regarding the test 100% of the time.
• Properly screen the patient (review medical history).
• Perform clinical pause before starting each exam.
• Ensure that the room is clean and ready for patients both before and after an exam 100% of the time.
• Maintain adequate level of inventory in all rooms within diagnostic Radiology.
• Restock supplies within rooms as observed by leadership.
• Clean and organize CT Scan room after patient use as observed by leadership.
• Review and complete the daily checklists for safe patient care and regulatory readiness.
• Enhance professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
• Maintain competence through continuing education 100% of the time as noted by leadership.
• Maintain appropriate continuing education credits to keep up licensure 100% of the time as recorded by leadership.
• Attend the necessary meetings to keep up with changes within the department.
• Attend monthly department meetings 90–95% of the time as recorded in the meeting minutes.
• Perform similar or related duties as requested or directed.
• Perform other duties as requested and observed by leadership.

Education

• Completion of a formal radiology technology training program in an AMA approved school, required.

Experience

• New graduates accepted.

License / Certifications

• NYS license (NYS Temporary Permit for new graduates), required.
• ARRT Registered as a Radiologic Technologist within 180 days from date of hire, required.
• NYS Registered as a Radiologic Technologist within 180 days from date of hire, required.
• ARRT CT certification within 2 years of hire/within job role (career ladder promotion), preferred.
• BLS certification, required.

Skills

• Clinical Skills
• Computer Skills
• Multi-Tasking
• Customer Service
• Critical Thinking
• Interacting with People
• Maintain Confidentiality
• Time Management
• Quality Control
• Reliability

Physical Requirements

• Heavy Work – Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, stooping, fit testing.
• Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking.
• Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use.

Hazards

• Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure.
• Radiation/radiant energy.

Working Conditions

• Occasional noise.
• Occasional travel – The job may require travel from time to time, but not on a regular basis.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits including an employer match.
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

• Minimum USD $40.58/Hr.
• Maximum USD $60.87/Hr.