CT Technologist Full Time

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for candidates with required relevant experience.

About the Role

Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic CT exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. Verifies patient identity and reviews patient’s medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure. Interviews patient to obtain, verify or update medical history and assesses risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators.

Explains procedure to patient, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up. Sets up equipment and acquires appropriate images as per script. Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols and communicates data to radiologist. Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provides physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients.

Participates in process improvement activities within radiology practice including but not limited to quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis and patient satisfaction. Provides imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees. Able to take call/standby as required by the department. May perform the duties of a Radiologic Technologist, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic CT exams using appropriate imaging equipment.
• Verify patient identity and review medical records for exam appropriateness.
• Obtain, verify, or update patient medical history and assess risk factors.
• Explain procedures, risks, benefits, and alternatives to patients.
• Set up equipment and acquire images as per protocol.
• Review images, document exceptions, and communicate findings to radiologists.
• Respond to medical emergencies appropriately.
• Provide post-care instructions to patients as prescribed by physicians.
• Participate in process improvement activities (e.g., quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis).
• Educate residents, student technologists, and new employees on imaging practices.
• Take call/standby as required by the department.
• Perform duties of a Radiologic Technologist as needed.

Requirements

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or Computed Tomography (CT) preferred.
• Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support – Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.
• One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT).

Skills

• Analytical and clinical skills to determine age-appropriate imaging methods based on patient limitations.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to effectively instruct patients under physical/emotional stress.
• Ability to comprehend and follow physicians' verbal and written requests and prescriptions.
• Technical knowledge to operate specialized imaging equipment and computers.
• Ability to work productively in a complex environment with multiple/changing priorities.
• Knowledge of American College of Radiology accreditation requirements.
• Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity for patient care tasks.

Pay

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for candidates with required relevant experience.

Schedule

Day shift.