What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist position at InterMed?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Produce CT Images and/or Radiology Images of consistently high quality by using proper techniques in the following areas:
-Proper adjustment of equipment
-Appropriate positioning of patient
-Proper determination of kVp and mAs
-Arranging, attaching or adjusting immobilization and
-Supportive devices such as sandbags to obtain precise position
minimizing patient discomfort while preventing motion
-Adjustment of protective lead shields
-Utilization of primary beam collimation for every exam
-Application of appropriate CT protocol with regard to dose reduction
-Adherence to Radiation Protection Guidelines - ALARA principles
- Competency in Pediatric and adult studies as determined by protocol manuals
- Gather all information necessary for successful study i.e. additional patient history
- Obtain additional images in questionable cases to anticipate radiologist’s request
- Maintain imaging/scan room and work area in clean organized fashion
- Report problems with equipment and assist in resolution
- Answer phone and assist with scheduling as necessary
- Observe universal precautions and other necessary safety procedures such as asking women of child bearing age about possible pregnancies
- Wear radiation monitoring device at all times
- Assist with QA by gathering and reporting any necessary data
- Radiology: Track all repeat & rejects for quarterly analysis
- Radiology: Display necessary technique charts
- Maintain all supplies and place orders as necessary
- Maintain certification with American Registry of Radiologic technologists
- Assist and support all ACR accreditation criteria
- Demonstrate working knowledge of Electronic systems: Electronic Medical Record (eCW), Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS)
- CT: Act as clinical mentor in cross training Imaging Staff when necessary
- Radiology: Act as clinical mentor to Radiology students from SMTC, providing guidance and performing clinical competency testing
- Act as a resource for staff/sites regarding exam selection and scheduling of CT and/or Radiology studies
- Perform other related duties incidental to work therein
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Successful completion of AMA accredited radiology program
- State of Maine and AART licensed
- Ability to use independent judgment
- Ability to interact well with radiologists
- Ability to interact in a positive manner with co-workers and other members of the InterMed staff
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced work environment, providing excellent customer service
- Ability to make adjustments in daily work schedule to accommodate add-on patients for same day exams
- Registered or registry eligible in ARRT CT Advanced level certification
SCHEDULE
Full Time
InterMed is an equal opportunity workplace and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
