CT Technologist

We have several CT Technologist Openings - We are offering a $20,000 sign-on bonus

CT Technologist, FT Monday-Friday, 3p-11p - Oswego Hospital

CT Technologist, 10-Hour Shifts 830-7 PM - Fulton location

CT Technologist, Friday-Monday 730-5 PM - Central Square location

Job Summary:

The CT Technologist performs routine and/or specialized diagnostic imaging exams. Follow established Medical Imaging requirements and regulations to ensure safe patient care and the safety of all. Works collaboratively with healthcare team, and independently while also interacting with all patients from newborn through geriatrics.

To accomplish this job, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Obtain and examine requisition for the procedure to be aware of the study requested and the patient’s condition. Consistently produce CTs and radiographs of diagnostic quality.
• Question patients before the procedure to obtain history; ask female patients about pregnancy; document all relevant information.
• Always check patient ID before the procedure is performed.
• Solicit and/or check consent forms and screening sheets assuring that patients have had no allergic reactions or other contraindications to radiographic contrast media.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of human structure and function, patient care, positioning, principles of radiographic exposure, and specialized techniques as required.
• Calculate proper voltage, current, and exposure time; select proper film and place proper markers on cassettes; refer to department procedure manual and reference material to obtain required views.
• Operate CT and radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Position radiologic equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance according to the specification of examination. Take x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
• Perform collimation, position the x-ray tube at the correct distance, and angulations from the patient’s body part to present a clear, undistorted view to produce a radiograph of diagnostic quality.
• Perform basic nursing functions regarding patient care.
• Perform positioning techniques as in CT scanning.
• Maintain familiarity with cross-sectional anatomy.
• Maintain familiarity with Quality Assurance requirements of all equipment in assigned areas.
• Perform aseptic technique and procedures on all exams
• Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. Escort patients to dressing and x-ray rooms, provide verbal and/or written instructions, and assist patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety, and comfort during the scan.
• Ensure equipment remains in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to the Practice Manager or supervisor.
• Perform related administrative duties including completing necessary forms, and maintaining procedure logs.
• Retrieve orders from and input related data into the electronic medical record.
• Maintain adequate supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Functionality

• Responsible for the completion of all procedures scheduled during the shift without interference to the quality of work.
• Responds to changes in work schedule as necessary.
• Consistently completes work left from previous shifts; always reports any incomplete assignments.
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to assist others as requested; regularly assists in other areas of the department such as receptionist and clerical duties. Requests the assistance of other staff members as needed.
• Participates in departmental cross-training.

Documentation

• Uses computer programs, including order entry, per policy and procedure as assigned.
• Documents patient requisitions per policy and procedure regarding patient education, shielding, pregnancy and signature (initials).
• Accurately, clearly, and concisely records all pertinent information on the patient’s medical record, according to policy and procedures.
• Documents all incidences of contrast reactions on the patient’s permanent medical records.

Equipment

• Demonstrates competence and proficiency with all CT and radiographic equipment in all areas of the Medical Imaging Department.
• Demonstrates competence and proficiency with all equipment in areas of cross-training.
• Regularly prepares contrast material (barium preparations and other chemical mixtures).
• Regularly checks equipment, accessories, and supplies; keeps areas stocked at all times, cleans and disinfects equipment after each use; daily cleans assigned room.
• Demonstrates ability to send images via Teleradiography system.
• Knows the general condition of equipment and can troubleshoot problems.

Safety

• Transports patient safely, on the proper transportation device to and from the Medical Imaging Department.
• Competently transfers patients to and from examining table/ couch maintaining safety and modesty.
• Competently arranges, attaches, or adjusts immobilization devices to prevent patients from moving or falling and to lessen discomfort.
• Patients with allergies are properly identified.
• Strictly follows principles of asepsis and infection control guidelines when performing patient care.
• Always inform nursing personnel of any changes in the patient’s condition.
• Promptly reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• Always checks patient’s records or obtains screening information to see if the patient is at risk for contrast reactions and charts all incidences of contrast reactions on the patient’s permanent medical record.
• Obtains BUN and Creatinine studies on all patients over the age of 60 or those at risk for kidney failure; charts results.
• Demonstrates complete knowledge of safety policies and procedures
• Participates in hospital emergency and disaster drills; knows role in the event of a fire while on duty.

Radiation Safety

• Always demonstrates an awareness of radiation safety procedures for self and others; wears protective clothing and remains behind a protective enclosure during exposures; minimizes radiation exposure to the patient and self in keeping with the “ALARA” principles of radiation dose/film quality. Uses special care during fluoroscopic procedures.
• Always wears film badge above the collar; monthly turns in film badge for evaluation monthly.
• Always adjusts lead shield or provides protective shielding to protect unaffected parts of the body on patients receiving radiographic procedures, staff, or relatives assisting in care.
• Always question female patients as to pregnancy possibility. Documents all relevant information.
• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure the safety of patients and team members.

Required Skills/Abilities (Unit Specific):

• Knowledge of CT and radiologic standards, requirements, and regulations.
• Knowledge of radiologic safety, cleanliness, and infection control policies and regulations.
• Knowledge of CT and radiologic equipment use and maintenance.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication – Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Computer Skills – Proficient ability to use a computer and electronic medical record.
• Confidentiality – Maintain patient, team member, and employer confidentiality. Comply with all HIPAA regulations.
• Customer Service Oriented – Friendly, cheerful, and helpful to patients and others. Ability to meet patient's and other's needs while following office policies and procedures.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Flexibility – Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.
• Positivity – Display a positive attitude and is a positive agent for change.
• Teamwork – Work as part of a team and collaborate with co-workers.
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Quality Assurance

• Actively participates in Oswego Health’s quality assurance programs (QUAPI).
• Maintain familiarity with the quality assurance requirements of the New York State Department of Health for all imaging equipment.
• Maintain a familiarity with the quality assurance requirements of the American College of Radiology (ACR) for all imaging equipment.
• Maintain familiarity with the quality assurance requirements of the Joint Commission for all imaging equipment.
• Maintain QA standards of the department at assigned locations.
• Ensures the proper documentation of all quality assurance at assigned locations.
• Assists with coordination of preventive maintenance to be performed and ensures proper documentation is maintained.
• Assists with coordination of physicist testing to be performed and ensures proper documentation is maintained.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s Degree or higher preferred

• CT Technologist experience preferred

Certification and Licensure:

• Valid New York State license to practice Diagnostic Radiography
• Valid New York State license to inject contrast material preferred; must be obtained within 90 days of hire
• Either a valid and current American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification in another modality such as X-ray, MG, or MRI or cross-trained to perform the functions of another modality