What are the responsibilities and job description for the Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist - PRN, Days position at 170 Prisma Health?
Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary Performs CT Scanning as directed by the ordering Physician or the Radiologist is responsible for reading the exam. Communicates with all Physicians and Other Work-Related Personnel Appropriately. Works to Coordinate all CT Services in order to improve patient continuum of care including Communicating with Radiology and Reading Radiologist. Essential Functions All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Identifies patients and procedures. Fill out CT Questionnaire and Female Questionnaire on all patients between the ages of 11-50 yrs. old. Positions patients accurately for all CT procedures. Patients are transferred and positioned correctly for anatomy to be demonstrated for best visibility. Completes studies in a timely manner Obtains appropriate supplies and prepares room for patient. Keeps room cleaned and stocked at all times. Adequate supplies and linens must always be available. Tables and trays must be cleaned after each patient. Use proper technique when injection IV contrast. Ensure IV is working and checked first with an injection of saline. Choose correct method of injection (hand or injector) Perform Daily QC tasks Responds to Codes and other Emergency situations Explains CT Procedure to patient and/or family member. Obtains completed questionnaire and proper history and clinical from patient, floor or physician's office. Responsible for Practicing Appropriate Radiation Protection on all Patients Informs patients and families of all delays. Trains co-workers and students. Assists other technologists when not busy in assigned CT room. Acquires requisition and checks for appropriate clinical. Charges procedure, supplies and surgical codes when exam is completed. Operates the PAC’s system appropriately and verify studies before sending to archive. Reports equipment problems to supervisor, in-charge tech and documents confirmation numbers. Appropriate forms must be completed for all procedures. Fill out contrast sheet on all patients receiving IV and rectal contrast. A contrast media form must be filled out on all Medicare/Medicaid patients, CT forms must be filled out on all patients. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory/Management Responsibilities This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive. Minimum Requirements Education - Completion of accredited radiology program. Experience - No experience required In Lieu Of NA Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses ARRT-RADIOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGIST - ARRT CT Technologist Certified RSQA - RAD QUALITY STANDARD - RQSA Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of scanning protocols Able to perform procedures correctly using protocol book for reference. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Location 3221 Sunset Blvd Facility 7001 Corporate Department 70011314 Sunset Blvd Imaging Center - Payroll Only Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health. Prisma Health is the largest not-for-profit health organization in South Carolina, serving more than 1.2 million patients annually. Our 32,000 team members are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of you and your family. Our promise is to: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
