What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist | CT Technologist position at Henry Community Health?
Overview
Works under the general supervision of a Board Certified Radiologist and the Director of Imaging in providing diagnostic CT scan procedures. Positions patient and adjusts and sets exposure factors on CT scanning equipment. Makes minor adjustments to equipment and relays major equipment problems to superior promptly.
Responsibilities
- Prepares CT room for the application of diagnostic examinations, making sure equipment is functioning properly and adequate supplies are available.
- Prepares patients for examinations and informs them of purpose of examination, gathers information from patients as necessary.
- Performs the ordered CT examination according to department protocols and evaluates the quality of the test repeating examinations as necessary.
- Assists Radiologist with preparation and administration of contrast material, biopsy needles, and other supplies or material needed to obtain the examination.
- Communicates with Central Scheduling and other departments in scheduling add-on examinations, answers voicemail and pages ASAP
- Demonstrates proper technique and appropriate knowledge in performing venipuncture/IV initiation for patients of all ages.
- Consults with radiologists, physicians and nursing staff regarding any change in the patient conditions or for clarification/appropriateness of ordered examination.
- Performs in a calm, efficient, and professional manner in an emergency situation.
Qualifications
- Work requires a comprehensive knowledge of CT scan equipment, procedures and cross sectional anatomy, usually obtained during the course of a two year AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology or through CT specific post-training.
- Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology and certification by the Indiana State Board of Health is required.
- Work requires the ability to effectively deal with patients, physicians, and coworkers to carry out all of the functions of the CT area in an efficient manner. This is normally acquired after three (3) years as a staff or supervisory Registered Technologist.
Benefits
We believe that work-life balance is critical to fulfilling our values of excellence and service. That’s why we offer flexible scheduling, competitive compensation, bonuses and discounts for you and your family. In addition to health, vision and dental insurance; a few of the benefits available at HCH include:
- Continuing education scholarships
- Generous paid days off (PDO) - with the option to rollover unused hours each year
- Employer funded pension
Working Hours
This position is a part time position, 11pm-7am every Friday night. Rotating holidays. Must been Radiologic technologist. CT preferred but not required. We are willing train in CT.
