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The CT Technologist is responsible for the delivery of quality imaging services to patients (geriatrics, adults, and adolescents) of the Shepherd Center.
This multi-faceted role is instrumental to the success of the imaging department and provides important information to physicians and providers for the establishment of optimal patient care.
The Technologist combines clinical applications with that of anatomy and physiology education to deliver successful clinical operations and patient outcomes.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES - The CT Technologist Accountabilities are to ensure optimal quality of ordered images while maintaining patient safety.
- Shifts may vary due to department needs must be flexible.
- Schedules patients and prioritizes exams based on clinical need.
- Reviews and verifies orders before beginning exams.
- Reviews the patient’s EMR for safety concerns that could alter the quality of the exam or affect patient care.
- Prepares patient and room for exams, explains procedure, transfers patient using proper lifting and transfer techniques, positions patient and assists patient as needed during the exam.
- Performs clinical evaluation of all patients and performs exams specifically as stated in the physician’s order.
- Observes patient and equipment during procedures and reports any unusual occurrences in relation to patient condition to the Imaging Supervisor.
- Delivers all images to PACS and the Radiologist and ensures receipt of exam dictation.
- Rotate through other imaging departments and will aid other staff to achieve all patient care standards, as needed and determined by the Imaging Supervisor.
- Completes all daily tasks for optimal departmental operation.
- Provides a line of communication regarding department affairs amongst department staff, other clinical staff, and physicians.
- Reports departmental concerns to the Imaging Supervisor.
- Attends department staff meetings.
- Manages inventory of supplies.
- Maintains all center-wide requirements such as annual Employee Health requirements, ARW's and competencies.
REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION
- Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology (or equivalent) program.
- Two (2) plus years or verifiable experience preferred.
REQUIRED MINIMUM CERTIFICATION
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
- Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent.
- Must be a Registered CT Technologist
REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Three (3) plus years of verifiable experience
REQUIRED MINIMUM SKILLS
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Superior Customer Service
- Ability to Work Independently
- Ability to Prioritize and problem solve.
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Flexibility
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
XRAY / CT Registry preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
WORKING CONDITIONS
Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES EXAMPLES
- Experience in a hospital setting.
- Excellent communication and Organizational Skills.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Strong organizational, customer service, and teamwork skills
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills