CT Radiographer I
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University of Maryland Medical System
La Plata, MD, US
Summary
Performs routine and specialized CT imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety and accurate documentation. Maintains equipment quality control and participates in departmental performance improvement initiatives.
Job Description
Job Requirements
Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized CT imaging procedures.
Primary Responsibilities
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.
- Executes basic clinical competence in CT, in all locations, across all patient types. Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age of the patient. Observes concepts of Image Wisely/Image Gently for dose reduction. Administers contrast according to facility policy.
- Applies knowledge of CT principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, radiation safety and physics, patient positioning and patient care skills. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal, organizational and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
- Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.
- Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment. Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors. Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy. Follows equipment quality control procedures with appropriate documentation.
- Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and education activities.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Work Experience
Education & Experience - Required
- Associate degree, or Certificate, in radiologic technology from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
- No Experience required
- Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in Radiography (R).
- Licensed Radiographer - State of Maryland
- Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification
Education & Experience - Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in health sciences or a related field.
- Experience in CT
- Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in Radiography (CT).
The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization. It has evolved into a multi-hospital system with academic, community and specialty service missions reaching every part of the state and beyond.
UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, neurocare, cardiac care, women's and children's health and physical rehabilitation. It also has one of the world's largest kidney transplant programs, as well as scores of other programs that improve the physical and mental health of thousands of people daily.
The hospitals and health systems that comprise UMMS are:
University of Maryland Medical Center
University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
UM Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Institute
UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
UM Capital Region Health
UM Charles Regional Medical Center
UM St. Joseph Medical Center
UM Upper Chesapeake Health
UM Shore Regional Health
Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
UM Community Medical Group
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Baltimore, MD
The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization. It has evolved into a multi-hospital system with academic, community and specialty service missions reaching every part of the state and beyond.
UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, neurocare, cardiac care, women's and children's health and physical rehabilitation. It also has one of the world's largest kidney transplant programs, as well as scores of other programs that improve the physical and mental health of thousands of people daily.
The hospitals and health systems that comprise UMMS are:
University of Maryland Medical Center
University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
UM Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Institute
UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
UM Capital Region Health
UM Charles Regional Medical Center
UM St. Joseph Medical Center
UM Upper Chesapeake Health
UM Shore Regional Health
Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
UM Community Medical Group
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Baltimore, MD