CT Technologist

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

* Wellstar Vinings in Smyrna, Georgia is seeking a FT Outpatient Registered CT Technologist.
* This position will work 4 10 hour shifts, 9am-7:30pm. Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri.
* Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative.
* Assists with providing safe, age-appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams according to department procedures.
* Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.
* Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative.
* Able to independently perform job functions.
* Sets up equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for procedures.

Sign On Bonus

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Position is eligible for Sign On Bonus and Relocation

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Patient Care

* Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.
* Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
* Follows established procedures for administering contrast medias to ensure safety and prevent complications.
* Ensures proper patient identification and correct right/left marker usage.
* Reviews CT/radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
* Responds to emergency situations and maintains crash cart and life-support equipment.
* Assists technologists in all modalities when needed.
* Observes patient condition and evaluates when physician intervention is required.
* Verifies correct identity of patient using two unique identifiers.
* Ensures patient privacy, comfort and dignity throughout the exam/procedure.
* Demonstrates competence in selecting appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on patient age.
* Organizes schedule, time and priorities to complete required activities within designated time frames.
* Follows physician instructions when assisting with exams and procedures.
* Demonstrates proficiency with loading and operating power injection.
* Uses critical thinking skills.
* Dialogs with patient/family.
* Asks clarifying questions.
* Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
* Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time Out when appropriate.
* Demonstrates and understands both pre- and post-procedural care.
* Preps the patient for procedures.
* Demonstrates and understands sterile technique.
* Maintains competency with venipuncture.

Equipment

* Demonstrates ability to adjust technique to ensure lowest possible radiation dose while maintaining image quality.
* Reports malfunctioning equipment promptly to supervisor or service provider.
* Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment according to infection control policy and department cleaning schedule.

Education and Communication

* Clearly explains purpose and nature of the exam using AIDET to minimize anxiety and increase cooperation.
* Ensures patient questions, concerns or contraindications are fully addressed; notifies physician when unresolved.
* Participates in orientation and training of departmental employees.
* Provides preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures to patients.
* Documentation is concise, legible and includes precise terminology.
* Reads email each scheduled workday and follows through with assignments.
* Completes mandatory departmental and hospital-wide education without prompting.

Quality Control

* Consistently produces acceptable images as evidenced by radiologist feedback and quality audits.
* Ensures equipment is fully operational before each use by checking calibration and operating deficiencies.
* Sends all studies to PACS immediately after completion and prints CDs as needed.
* Prints and scans after-hours teleradiography reports into PACS when applicable.
* Completes all studies in RIS before completing in PACS.
* Prints completed log sheet from teleradiography and submits to Radiologist when applicable.

Operations

* Restocks linens and supplies and maintains the department in clean and orderly condition.
* Transports patients, positions them and assists them on and off procedure tables.
* Performs patient charging activities on the day service is rendered.
* Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices as needed.
* Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others when time allows.
* Performs clerical and support duties as required to ensure continuity and service quality.
* Keeps supervisor informed on responsibilities and promptly reports concerns or problems.
* Maintains individual productivity equal to other coworkers.
* Operates all workstations associated with the CT department.
* Pushes and retrieves images from the CT console to PACS.
* Maintains Joint Commission and other regulatory standard compliance.
* Takes call when necessary.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
* Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

* Graduate of AMA-approved School of Radiology Technology - Required

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

(All required upon hire unless otherwise stated)

* ARRT-R Radiography
* ARRT-CT Computed Tomography
* Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association - Required

Required Minimum Experience

* Minimum 1 year experience in Radiology - Required
* Less than 1 year experience in CT - Preferred

Required Minimum Skills

* Must exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills due to frequent interactions with physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff.
* Routinely obtains, presents and discusses clinical information related to job duties.
* Must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and cooperation.
* Must function independently and under pressure while still participating in a team environment.
* Must consistently exhibit excellent customer service skills.
* Must perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced work environment.
* Must prioritize appropriately.
* Must be detail oriented and able to multitask effectively.
* Must communicate professionally with all customer groups including patients, families, coworkers, volunteers and physicians.
* Must be able to function independently yet productively as a cooperative team member.
* Must comply with all hospital policies and established protocols and professional standards.
* Competent in all aspects of CT including patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection.
* Must understand anatomy and pathology and how they affect study quality.
* Competent to perform all ACR and manufacturer-recommended quality control tests.

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