CT Technologist PD Variable

Overview

JOB SUMMARY:  

Under general supervision, but not direct supervision, provides the necessary top quality images of requested exam for diagnostic purposes and do related work as required, will rotate on stand-by and weekend schedule as required for radiology coverage. Taking a patient centered approach, provide scanning services within professional standards and with excellent customer service; guide patients through whole process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process.

Responsibilities

Always use a 2-pt identifiers method to check patient identification, this  must be done prior to removing the patient from the unit and starting examination.

Transports the patient, safely, on the proper transportation device both to and from the Radiology department.   Always informs nursing staff prior to removing patients from the unit as well as returning back to the unit.  All appropriate documents must be completed in a timely manner.

Refers to the departmental protocol to ensure that all required images are taken.  Refers to order for any special instructions that the physician or Radiologist may have indicated.

Checks equipment, accessories and supplies.  Cleans room after each use.  Always maintains supplies at par value levels; Inventories and orders as necessary.

Performs general office duties; Answering phone, filing, scheduling patients, writing-up reports, maintaining patient records, etc.; Functions as a department receptionist, as requested.

Responsible for the completion of all procedures scheduled during the shift without interference to the quality of work.

Responds to changes in the work schedule as necessary.  Demonstrates flexibility in view of interruptions. Functions as a steadily productive technologist.

Demonstrates the ability to perform work in an accurate and timely manner in periods of crisis and emergency situations when time is critical.

Maintains room, supplies, equipment, and medicine as needed for patients in a ready state, in order to increase overall efficiency of procedures.

Demonstrates a willingness and ability to assist others as requested; Always assists in other areas of the department such as receptionist duties, clerical duties, and other assignments as requested by the director or supervisor; Always uses time for departmental advantage.

Reports “free-time” to supervisor asks what needs to be done and readily volunteers for additional work; Demonstrates competence in the routine performance of other duties as assigned by the supervisor or Radiology.

Assists in in-service programs for both imaging and nursing staff as requested by the Radiologist, Director or supervisor.

Assists in cross training and developing the skills of other staff members in particular areas of expertise, as requested.

Demonstrates a knowledge of policies regarding patient care, fire and safety, HIPAA and infection control; Has a complete knowledge of radiation safety procedures.

Always refers unsolved problems to the appropriate person.

Assists others within the department as requested.

Checks H.I.S throughout shift to make sure that all orders are completed as appropriate.

Utilizes supportive personnel effectively so as to concentrate on patient care responsibilities.

Assumes personal responsibility for on-going education and professional development.

Attends staff meetings or reads and initial minutes of meetings when not able to attend.

Always follow proper storage and upkeep of lead aprons and gloves at all times.

Assists in the cleaning and organizing of the entire department on own initiative; Maintains orderliness and cleanliness in areas of responsibility at all times.

Assists in scheduling and instruction of students.

Responsible for being orientated and trained prior to using new equipment. Practices preventive maintenance procedures and reports all needed repairs to the supervisor.

Follows through on procedures; Reports any incomplete assignments to ensure continuity or procedures.

Attends required in-service/orientation education programs and/or hospital meetings.

Performs other duties as assigned.

The care giver possesses the ability to understand and react effectively to the patient's unique needs at the following levels:

PEDIATRIC

ADOLESCENT

ADULT

GERIATRIC

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology, required.Current CRT and ARRT (R) certificate required or obtain within one year of hiredate.Minimum 1 yr. experience working as CT Technologist, or completed CT internship / crossed training at GMC facility. Current BLS (AHA) certification required.Venipuncture Certification, required or obtain within 1 yr. of hire.