CT Technologist

Min: USD $29.44/Hr. Max: USD $45.64/Hr. Overview: p style="margin: 0px;"span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;"As a CT Technologist you'll perform all Computed Tomography (CT) exams.  Is knowledgeable in the operation of equipment and the procedure/protocols for producing high quality images to furnish diagnostic information to radiologist. Provides quality care for all patients.  Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values./span/pp style="margin: 0px;" /pp style="margin: 0px;"span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;"Schedule/span/pp style="margin: 0px;"span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;"Full Time, Night Shift/span/pp style="margin: 0px;"span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;"7:00PM-7:00AM /span/pp style="margin: 0px;"span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;"Rotating Weekends /span/pp style="margin: 0px;"span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;"$20,000 Sign-on Bonus! /span/pp style="margin: 0px;" /p Qualifications: p style="margin: 0px;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Education:/span/pullispan style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif;"Graduate of an Accredited School for Radiologic Technologist, required/span/li/ulp style="margin: 0px;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Licensure/Certification/Registry:/span/pullispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"ARRT, required./span/lilispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"IEMA, required./span/lilispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"CT Certification, preferred/span/lilispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"BLS CPR certification, required/span/li/ulp style="margin: 0px;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Working Conditions-Physical Requirements Atmosphere:/span/pullispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Functions effectively in a team oriented environment./span/lilispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Demonstrates a positive attitude and strong customer service skills./span/lilispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Potential exposure to infectious diseases./span/lilispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Requires ability to lift over 50 pounds occasionally. /span/lilispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Physical demands include repetitive motions of the hands, walking, standing, and reaching above the head./span/lilispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Physically able to perform the duties as stated above./span/li/ul Responsibilities: olli style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:/span/li/olulli style="list-style-type: none;"ullispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"stronguSAFETY:/u/strong emPrevent Harm/em - I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others./span/lilispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"stronguCOURTESY:/u/strong emServe Others/em - I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude./span/lilispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"stronguQUALITY:/u/strong emImprove Outcomes /em- I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results./span/lilispan style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"stronguEFFICIENCY:/u/strong emReduce Waste/em - I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays./span/li/ul/li/ulp style="margin: 0px;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" /span/pol start="2"li style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Via a team approach, the staff will coordinate the patient flow and schedule of the CT modality. /span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"The technologist checks the patients’ chart or scripts to be sure the exam ordered by the physician matches the requisition received by the department./span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Use independent professional judgment to assure exam will clinically evaluate the given diagnosis. Refer discrepancies to radiologist or ordering physician./span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Prepares the room, equipment, medication and secures supplies needed to perform the exam and maintain a clean and safe environment for patient. /span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Will adhere to safety standards set forth by the organization in accordance with ACR guidelines (ALARA)./span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"The technologist will explain the procedure and the function of the equipment to the patient as well as answer any questions the patient may have, will intently review the medical history, to include medication lists and lab results, if performed, prior to starting procedure, check patient record for previous pertinent information or procedures, contact radiologist when direction is needed, document appropriate information in the patient record/PACS system. /span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Performs requested CT exams of appropriate regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the organization and the reading radiologist. Observes patient during procedure, reports unusual occurrences and records patients’ condition when necessary. /span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Lifts, moves, and transports patients via wheelchair or cart when necessary. /span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Maintain knowledge on the composition, storage, and administration of contrast media agents according to department protocols under guidance and approval of a physician./span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Transfers, maintains basic quality assurance issues and recalls images from PACS system. /span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots when appropriate. Reports any need for service or repair to appropriate leadership. /span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Participates in ongoing QA/QC and process improvement programs. /span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Assists in providing a safe work environment and is dedicated to providing patient satisfaction./span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Maintain continuing education credits in compliance with licensing agency./span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Maintains clinical competency. /span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures including, but not limited to, those regarding infection control, hand hygiene, attendance, and appearance./span/lili style="margin-left: .25in;"span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Performs other related work as required or requested./span/li/ol