Multi Crossed Trained CT Tech - Diagnostic Radiology

About the role

The Multi-Modality CT Technologist performs Computed Tomography (CT) scans and other imaging procedures across multiple modalities in radiology to assist in accurate customer/patient diagnosis and treatment. The Multi-Modality CT Technologist operates advanced imaging equipment, ensuring customer/patient safety and comfort, following applicable protocols and regulations, while collaborating with healthcare teams to produce high-quality diagnostic images.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe environment with the operation of CT and diagnostic imaging and related equipment for patients/customers, coworkers, and self by adhering to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Performs a variety of procedures which may include general radiographic, fluoroscopic, emergency room, trauma, operating room, and portables.
• Screens patients properly for CT and diagnostic imaging exams and effectively documents and communicates pertinent and required information pre and post procedure performance.
• Positions customers/patients for CT scans and diagnostic imaging exams using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with department safety procedures and protocols.
• Produces images consistent with image quality standards and evaluates CT scans and diagnostic imaging exams for technical quality.
• Identifies, prepares, and administers medications properly that are within the Technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Monitors patients during exams, observing for any adverse reactions or complications and taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Maintains flexibility and adapts to changes in workflow processes and the needs of the Health First organization based upon fluctuations in patient volume.
• Communicates effectively with customers (patients, LP, other Health First Associates, the public, etc.) always using excellent customer relation skills.
• Follows all Federal, State, and Regional healthcare regulations and adheres to The Joint Commission (TJC) and American College of Radiology (ACR) standards.
• Provides orientation and education for new technologists and assists radiologists in developing new protocols and CT and diagnostic imaging techniques.

Requirements

• Completion of program or school accredited by American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• General Radiographer licensure in the State of Florida.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist – ARRT (R) certification.
• Advanced American Registry for Radiologic Technologist – ARRT (CT) certification within two (2) years of start date.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained.

Skills

• Ability to report to applicable Health First facility within thirty (30) minutes when on call.
• Able to work effectively and efficiently in a stressful work environment and able to respond to life threatening situations.
• Demonstrates effective time management, critical thinking skills, and coordinates scheduling and patient flow.
• Preferred: Prior CT and diagnostic imaging experience.
• Preferred: Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Physically agile; requires walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching majority of the shift.
• Heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without assistance.
• May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or overhead.
• May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift.
• May be exposed to inside environments and outside environments with extreme temperatures, air contamination, dirt, grease, or water.
• May work with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• May operate various types of manual and motorized equipment used in the transportation of materials.
• May be exposed to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work positions.
• Requires visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.
• Workspace may vary from open to confined.
• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.