What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel CT Technologist - $2,791 per week position at Mount Sinai Health System - 1111 Amsterdam Ave?
Certification Details New York State Licensure BLS Job Details Requires the utilization of appropriate kV and mA techniques to ensure quality diagnostic CT images. Performs daily quality control calibration checks on all equipment in order to ensure the equipment is calibrated and working properly before any patient study is performed. Injects patients with radioactive material as per the physician’s order following the prescribed protocol. Observes all department documentation policies by filling in all appropriate logs, manuals, charge documents, as well as, reporting equipment problems in order to comply with regulatory agencies. Performs quality control, quality assurance and safety tests. Follow radiation safety guidelines to comply with ALARA principle. Maintains and develops and retrieves patient films and electronic data for Radiologist interpretation. Orders patient-specific radiopharmaceutical doses 1-day prior to use. Receives radiopharmaceutical on day of delivery and verifies proper receipt as per policy and procedure. Verifies activity level of the dose prior to administration. Job Requirements State License Requirements : New York State Licensure as a Radiologic Technologist Certification Requirements : Must have relevant certifications for CT Technologist role. Additional Details Performs CT procedures according to the prescribed protocols in order to ensure uniformity and accuracy. Exercises appropriate judgment to assess and respond to patient’s needs prior to, during and after visits in the Radiology department.
Salary : $2,791
