CT Tech Trainee

Responsibilities

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.

- Consistently apply the corporate values of respect, honesty, and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible, and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system.

• Enroll in didactic training or complete MDIC training manuals to understand CT technology, physics, patient care, and safety procedures.
• Study anatomy, physiology, and pathology to recognize normal and abnormal imaging results.
• Gain proficiency in using CT software and equipment.

Clinical Experience

• Participate in clinical rotations under the supervision of certified CT technologists.
• Absorb patient preparation, including explaining procedures and ensuring patient comfort.
• Operate CT machines to acquire diagnostic images, following established protocols.
• Maintain accurate patient records and imaging documentation using two patient identifiers.
• Set up the imaging room to coincide with the examination being performed, including the use of proper isolation precautions when needed.
• Execute paperwork and Radiology Information System functions as necessary for each patient exam (e.g., schedule exam, complete exam, transfer images to PACS, etc.) using the Electronic Health Record.
• Set up trays utilizing sterile technique, perform time out, prepare contrasts, and assist physicians in performing procedures.
• Start and maintain intravenous (IV) access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.

Patient Care

• Learn and practice appropriate patient care techniques, including assessing patient history and addressing patient concerns during the CT process.
• Absorb positioning patients correctly to capture the required images.
• Monitor patients during the imaging process for safety and well-being.
• Interact collaboratively with all departments and units to coordinate patient care.
• Identify, prepare, and/or administer medications as prescribed per protocol.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to radiation safety standards, including the safe use of CT equipment and ensuring ALARA.
• Follow hospital and department policies regarding patient confidentiality and ethical standards in healthcare.

Technical Skills Development

• Gain hands-on experience in operating CT scanners, troubleshooting issues, and adjusting parameters to optimize image quality.
• Learn to interpret basic CT scans, understand imaging sequences, and recognize artifacts.
• Must agree to take the ARRT exam in CT imaging within 90 days of program completion.

Minimum Qualifications

• Educational requirements:
• - Must be registered and in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• - Must hold a current CPR certification from AHA, BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• - Must have a RI state radiation license from the DOH.

Experience

• Preferred 1 year, unless applying to the new graduate training program.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work location is generally in the CT Scan area or satellite areas where there is little discomfort due to noise, dust, or temperature.
• Exposed to radiation, but there is little chance of injury when established safety procedures are followed.
• Long periods of standing, along with walking, pushing portable equipment, and lifting and positioning of patients is required.

Independent Action

• Performs supervised job functions independently following departmental policies and practices.
• Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None.

Pay Range

$32.56 - $53.71

Location

Corporate Headquarters - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm July - December

Work Shift

Variable

Daily Hours

8 hours

Driving Required

No