CAT Scan Technician - Bellevue Hospital

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) 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 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.