CAT Scan Technician - Bellevue Hospital

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Position Summary :

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a CAT Scan Technician - Bellevue.

In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing medically prescribed radiographic and CT procedures.

Utilizes computerized tomography (CT) scanners to produce cross-section images of patients internal organs and tissues for the diagnosis of medical issues.

Accurately interpret a physicians scanning instructions, administer contrast materials, prepare and operate the CT scan equipment and position the patient to capture the appropriate images.

Job Responsibilities :

Demonstrates knowledge of the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology.

• Selects appropriate patient information from HIS / RIS system in accordance with HIPPA regulations.
• Accesses patient information; schedules exams; appointment times; type of exam, patient reports, etc Follows departmental HIS / RIS system procedures and protocol to ensure orders are verified and processed to correctly.

Effectively assesses patients information and status, and follows appropriate procedure(s) accordingly.

• Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient.
• Reviews patients requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessary.
• Follows accepted radiologic procedures and uses medical information to determine type of protocol required for radiographic examination.

Consults policy and procedure manuals and / or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocols.

• Follows special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition. Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions.
• Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
• Explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly. Solves problems that arise during patient examinations using both technical knowledge and innovation.
• Alters examination to maximize information in response to patients condition. Confers with other technologists concerning previous approaches utilized.
• Demonstrates skill in equipment set-up, utilization and proper maintenance procedure. Performs visual and manual quality control checks of radiograhic equipment.

Uses imaging and peripheral equipment, in a safe and productive manner in accordance with prescribed hospital, departmental and manufacturers procedures.

• Observes and reports any malfunctioning of the equipment and notifies appropriate persons in case of missing or damaged equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Certificate from accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
• New York State license or temporary permit to practice Diagnostic Radiology.
• Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (AART).

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

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The salary range for the role is $54.77 - $61.23 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.

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