What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospital CT Technologist position at Echn?
Under the direct supervision of a Radiologist the CT Technologist performs exams at a technical level that does not require direct supervision over technical detail. Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply. This position requires advanced#medical imaging knowledge, including skill in cross-sectional anatomy.## Uses independent judgment, ingenuity and acquired knowledge to obtain quality diagnostic images. graduate of an ARRT approved Radiological Technology School program is required. Registration and certification with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists and licensure with the State of Connecticut are required. ## Advanced certification from the ARRT in Computerized Tomography is expected from the incumbent within one year of hire.## Must have complete working knowledge in the principals of physics, anatomy, medical terminology, sterile technique and radiation protection as it relates to CT practice. Must be able to speak, read and write effectively using the English language.# This position requires the incumbent work cooperatively with department staff by sharing in taking rotational call and holiday hours. Assures that patient#s clinical data coincides with and matches the type of exam that is being ordered.# Follows up with Doctor#s office when exam ordered is in question and does not seem reasonable given the patient#s clinical record. Coordinates patient#s medical needs with the Radiology Nurse.# Assures female patients of child bearing ages are screened for possibility of pregnancy. Documents exams into radiology system to ensure proper billing. Independently runs one#s own schedule and properly documents patient flow while remaining sensitive to patients care and other co-workers needs and desires.# Remains flexible in patient flow in order to accommodate daily emergency calls and requests for inpatient procedures.# Processes CT exams utilizing the teleradiology system during off shift hours.# Able to trouble shoot problems and contact correct help lines if necessary. Accurately completes computer (Meditech) patient procedure documentation.# Assures the accuracy of documentation understanding that all items will be charged to the patient#s hospital bill.# Submits correctly documented and labeled exam to the Radiologist and is available for review and discussion. Performs quality assurance in accordance with the American College of Radiology guidelines for CT. Demonstrates ability to trouble shoot any electronic equipment such as scanner, workstations, and printers. Works cooperatively and exhibits Core Values at all time in order to accomplish all tasks as a member of the Medical Imaging Team. #
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