To operate CT scanners, obtaining diagnostic images of specified body parts as requested. The technologist must be able to produce quality images to present to the radiologist for interpretation and function independently with minimal supervision.
Job Responsibilities
- Greets patient by introducing self and asking patient to verify their name and birthdate.
- Takes pertinent patient history. Reviews order for procedure and any other documentation, current medications, allergy information, and completed questionnaire.
- Explains procedure to the patient and solicits questions to assure understanding.
- Is proactive in anticipating needs of the patient, keeps patient and family informed of delays, answers questions, and responds appropriately to concerns following up on issues or contacting someone who can.
- Communicates with all customers, co-workers, physicians, and their office staff in a professional manner respecting differences.
- Adheres to all hospital/Imaging Center policies and Excel core values striving to exceed expectations.
- Positions patient, scans, and archives procedures according to established protocol producing diagnostic images within quality control parameters.
- Utilizes proper venipuncture techniques to prepare patient for contrast media administration as necessary. Administers contrast media for the proper completion of CT scans according to established protocol or as directed by a physician. Labels syringes appropriately according to policy.
- Properly identify, prepare, administer, and document various medications used during procedures.
- Reconciles patient medications to ensure the patients' current medications will not interact with the contrast media used.
- Completes all work in a timely, efficient, productive manner.
- Assists co-workers in other modalities as appropriate, starting IV's, completing computer functions, preparation of patients.
- Assists physician with invasive procedures as applicable.
- Verifies physician orders for accuracy and act upon appropriately.
- Utilizes appropriate radiation reducing techniques that do not compromise high-quality images.
- Protects patients, self, and all other personnel from radiation exposure.
- Wears and stores dosimeter appropriately, switching out monthly and in a timely manner.
- Uses appropriate devices for moving patients to protect the patient as well as self.
- Observe patient and assists as necessary to minimize risk of falls or other injury.
Required Skills & Experience
- CT registered
- 2 years CT experience
- Knowledge of medical terminology, isolation, and sterile techniques/procedures.
- Patient positioning and equipment operation (x-ray machines and printers).
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Phillips CT
- Bracco injector
- EPIC
- PACSMCKESSON
- OP, IP, & ER EXAMS: Cardiac, TAVR, CTA, Code stroke, HD, CAP, Spine
Duration & Shift
Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 1230p-11p - every 4th weekend required Equiliem Healthcare specializes in staffing clinical, non-clinical, and allied personnel. We excel in all levels, disciplines, and specialties within the healthcare spectrum. Our projects range from short to long-term local and travel assignments. Equiliem is recognized as a certified small business enterprise and has earned the prestigious Joint Commission accreditation for staffing firms. We have been awarded Best in Staffing for four consecutive years by our employees and client partners.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401K
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Discounts & Rewards
- Payroll Payment Options
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