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ID #52452104
Estado Colorado
Ciudad Grandjunction
Full-time
Salario USD TBD TBD
Fuente SCL Health
Showed 2024-09-05
Fecha 2024-09-05
Fecha tope 2024-11-03
Categoría Etcétera
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CT Technologist

Colorado, Grandjunction, 81501 Grandjunction USA
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Job Description:The CT Tech performs a variety of CT procedures using

ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. This position uses ingenuity,

initiative, and independent judgement to perform high quality scans.Posting Specifics:

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours: Full-time (36 hours, three 12's)

Shift Details: VariableEssential Functions

Maintains ARRT competency in all clinical and technical functions of the job

Understands and operates CT equipment and related information systems

appropriately to ensure production of quality images.

Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares

the patient for the exam.

Performs exams per department protocol.

Reviews and evaluates images for quality, clarity, and accuracy,

ensuring that all necessary anatomical structures are captured.

Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working

environment for patients and staff.

Completes studies within acceptable time limitations per department

expectations without compromising patient care or the quality of the

examination.

Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and

addresses patient and/or family concerns.

Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other

patient care providers following procedure.

Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.

Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and

any adverse reactions or incidents.

Follows appropriate protocol for medical necessity, coding and charging,

obtaining necessary consents, maintaining applicable QC program and

reporting any equipment failures or problems.

As ordered by the physician and under radiologist or physician supervision

administers contrast media to patients per protocol and provides education to

patients regarding safety concerns inherent to contrast administration.

Stays updated with the latest advancements in CT technology, techniques,

and protocols by participating in continuing education and professional

development activities

Assists and instructs students and other radiology technologists in exam

protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.Skills

Demonstrates understanding of sectional anatomy, anatomic terminology, and

positioning competency.

Demonstrates proficiency in operating CT equipment with a strong understanding

of of CT imaging techniques and protocols.

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of protocols relating to contrast

administration, including contrast injector operation as applicable.

Demonstrates understanding and proficiency with electronic imaging including

ability to view, transfer and manipulate images.

Recognizes emergent patient situations and can respond appropriately.

Ability to function independently and as part of a team.

Ability to interact and communicate effectively with other caregivers and

patients.

Ability to prioritize tasks.

Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff.Minimum Requirements

Health ServicesARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT

(RT)(R) Upon Hire

Health ServicesBCLS - Basic Life Support within 60 Days

Health ServicesIV - IV Certification within 60 Days

Relevant state licensure Upon Hire

For caregivers hired in this role in the State of Colorado, a Fluoroscopy

License is required Upon Hire

(Where applicable) Must complete the controlled substance module within 30

Days

(Where applicable) Must complete the initial moderate sedation module

within 30 Days

Specific facility-based certifications may also be required for this role. If

this applies, each facility would define and manage compliance.Preferred Qualifications

1-2 years of CT Experience

Experience in a healthcare settingPhysical Requirements:

Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess

patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.

Fr quent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors

that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand

spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately,

particularly during emergency situations.

Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate

equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and

typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information,

medication preparation, etc.

Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will

also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically

includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.

Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining

and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling

gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to

navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the

floor, e

May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of

time.

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