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CT Technologist

MedStar Health

Laurel, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$39.25–$64.71 Per Hour
SKILLS
Allergies, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Anesthesiology, Asepsis, Basic Life Support (BLS), Billing Records, Cell Biology, Computed Tomography (CAT Scan), Computer Systems, Consulting, Employee Orientation, Healthcare, Hospital, Information Technology & Information Systems, Injections, Laboratory, Medical Billing, Medical Records, Patient Education, Quality Assurance, Radiography, Radiology, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, Staff Training
LOCATION
Laurel, MD
POSTED
2 days ago
About this Job: MedStar Health is looking for a part-time CT (Computed Tomography) Technologist t o join our team at Medstar Washington Hospital Center !

Schedule: Every Saturday and Sunday 7:00pm-7:30am

As a CT Technologist , you will operate diagnostic equipment to produce computerized axial tomographic scan (CT) images of internal organs for use by professional personnel. Explains process to patients and interviews for medical history. Instructs and assists patients in assuming positions for proper scan, and administers contrast media (I.V., oral, rectal and P.O.) according to protocols.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro re gion, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:
  • Prepares patients for scan. Reviews patient records for orders, exam history, lab work, and allergies, and positions patients on the scan table. Establishes I.V. site for contrast infusion and administers oral, rectal and I.V. contrasts. Consults with Radiologist prior to administering I.V. contrast for bolus I.V. injections. Monitors patients during injection for evidence of contrast reaction.
  • Enters patient and exam data into x-ray computer system and performs computed scan images. Prepares reports and maintains records of service rendered , using the radiology department computer system to verify billing and quality assurance. Completes incident reports and anesthesia records when necessary. Reports all technical problems to the supervisor or senior technologist.
  • Assists Radiologist with interventional procedures such as biopsies and drainages. Informs Radiologist of scan results when anomalies or abnormalities are visible. Schedules patient exams and revises daily schedules to accommodate emergency exams from MedSTAR, ER, and other units.
  • Cleans and maintains an aseptic working environment for each patient. Films CT scan images and archive exams onto tape or optical disk. Ensures adequate supplies are available and is responsible for replenishing supply levels.
  • Assists in the training and orientation of new employees and students. Completes all required information system functions to assure proper patient information, billing, exam, and other necessary functions are correctly entered and maintained .

Qualifications:
  • Associate degree or one to three years formal training in Radiologic Technology.
  • Completed competency-based training in CT.
  • 1-2 years job related experience.
  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technology) registration.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS).
This position has a hiring range of : USD $39.25 - USD $64.71 /Hr.

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