What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel CT Technologist position at The Christ Hospital - 2139 Auburn Avenue?
Job Description
Certification Details
State Licensure
Job Details
To operate CT scanners, obtaining diagnostic images of specified body part as requested.
The technologist must be able to produce quality images to present to the radiologist for interpretation and able to function independently with minimal supervision.
Greets patient by introducing self and asking patient to verify their name and birthdate.
Takes pertinent patient history. Reviews order for procedure and any other documentation, current medications, allergy information and completed questionnaire.
Explains procedure to the patient and solicits questions to assure understanding.
Is proactive in anticipating needs of the patient, keeps patient and family informed of delays, answers questions and responds appropriately to concerns following up on issues or contacting someone who can.
Communicates with all customers, co workers, physicians and their office staff in a professional manner respecting differences.
Adheres to all hospital / Imaging Center policies and Excel core values striving to exceed expectations.
Positions patient, scans, and archives procedures according to established protocol producing diagnostic images within quality control parameters.
Utilizes proper venipuncture techniques to prepare patient for contrast media administration as necessary.
Administers contrast media for the proper completion of CT scans according to established protocol or as directed by a physician.
Labels syringes appropriately according to policy.
Properly identify, prepare, administer and document various medications used during procedures.
Reconciles patient medications to ensure the patients' current medications will not interact with the contrast media used.
Completes all work in a timely, efficient, productive manner.
Assists co workers in other modalities as appropriate, starting IV's, completing computer functions, preparation of patients.
Assists physician with invasive procedures as applicable.
Verifies physician orders for accuracy and act upon appropriately.
Utilizes appropriate radiation reducing techniques that do not compromise high quality images.
Protects patients, self and all other personnel from radiation exposure.
Wears and stores dosimeter appropriately, switching out monthly and in a timely manner.
Uses appropriate devices for moving patients to protect the patient as well as self.
Observe patient and assists as necessary to minimize risk of falls or other injury.
Job Requirements
Knowledge of medical terminology, isolation and sterile techniques / procedures.
Patient positioning and equipment operation (x-ray machines and printers).
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Cincinnati, OH
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