| Location | Winchester, Virginia |
Location
Winchester VA
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
Top Client in need of a CT Tech
Job Summary
The CT Technologist performs computed tomography (CT), general radiology, and fluoroscopy, including portable procedures, to produce cross-section images of patients internal organs and tissues for diagnosis of medical issues, as ordered by physicians. The CT Technologist performs this testing for patients of all ages. This position requires rotating weekends and shifts, holidays, overtime, and on-call as needed to provide 24/7 coverage.
Responsibilities and Duties
Performs accurate CT procedures according to protocol, using optimal techniques and parameters to produce quality images for patients of all ages, including neonates, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
Performs exam segmentation as appropriate for PACS archive.
Ensures correct positioning of patient, prepares equipment and monitors patient condition before, during and after scanning.
Correctly makes modifications for positioning, slice thickness and intravenous contrast administration.
Explains procedures, gathers pertinent information, reviews and confirms with patient; patient history and information given by patient on the contrast history questionnaire form.
Performs contrast injections as ordered by physician.
Reports critical findings and report to appropriate personnel.
Assists physicians with invasive procedures as necessary.
Accurately enters data into the HIS system to order exams as necessary.
Uses the RIS to capture patient visit and charge information, including recording exam time, resource usage, procedural codes, equipment and supplies used.
Adheres to radiation safety measures under the supervision of the Radiologist and further ensures safety of patients, hospital employees, and physicians in CT exam room and control areas by following all personnel, safety and infection control policies, National Patient Safety Goals , TJC standards, and proper universal infection control guidelines.
Assembles forms, clinical information and paperwork as indicated for interpretation by physician.
Assists with transportation arrangements for patients to and from the floor as needed.
Supervises radiography students in the clinical setting assisting with education of positioning, anatomy, pathology, application of radiographic principles and patient care.
Communicates with manager or department director on issues concerning departmental productivity or performance improvement.
Participates in continuing education and learning experiences to enhance and maintain current knowledge and skills for continued competence.
Pulls files for upcoming exams as needed.
Education
Degree/Diploma Program of Study Additional Information
Additional Educational Requirements
Completion of an AMA accredited Radiology Technology program required
Experience
# of Years Type of Experience Additional Information
Additional Experience Requirements
2 years clinical experience as a CT Technologist in a hospital setting preferred
Certification & Licensures
Certification / License & State (if applicable) Additional Information
ARRT (R) registered required
ARRT (CT) registry certification required within 2 years of hire
BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart Healthcare
Provider (HCP) - AHA approved required*
Additional Certification/Licensure Requirements
All agency and non-hospital-based applicants must have Virginia Radiologic Technologist license application submitted prior to hire and licensure obtained within 90 days of hire.
* New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.
Qualifications
Knowledge of human growth and development and competence in providing Radiologic services for patients of all ages,
including neonate, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric required
Knowledge of computer technology required
Knowledge of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and medical terminology required
Excellent communication skills to relate to physician, peers and patients on a professional and technical level required
Ability to perform general diagnostic radiography/fluoroscopy and portable radiography examination and procedures on patients of all ages required
Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure techniques required
Ability to work with Radiography students with varying skill levels required
Ability to work in a stressful environment required
Ability to operate CT scan equipment with attention to detail required
Must be able for on-call rotation and call back to the hospital required
Must be able to work weekends/holidays and available for all shifts as needed
13 A Imaging
Work Function/Activity : Sedentary to Medium Physical Demand (10 to 50 lbs) Frequent hand washing required.
Frequent standing, walking. Occasional sitting, bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, stretching, reaching, climbing.
Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, carrying, twisting. Frequent repetitive movements. Visual ability to see details at a distance (corrected to 20/40), to see details of objects at a close range (within a few feet of the observer), to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness and to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from the observer, or to judge the distance between an object and the observer. Able to speak clearly so that it is understandable to a listener. Able to identify and understand the speech of another person. Able to
focus on a single source of auditory (hearing) information in the presence of other distracting sounds and to detect or tell the difference between sounds that vary over broad ranges of pitch and loudness. Use of equipment including electronic imaging, computers, x-ray development, chemicals, light screens for viewing x-ray images, office and record-keeping equipment. Mental activities necessary include technical problem solving, interpretation, computing, organizational and communication skills.
Relocation fee and applicable details- Yes
Sign on bonus and applicable details- Yes