4 CT/Xray Tech - PRN Jobs in Dallas, TX
Lifecare Health is Hiring a CT/Xray Tech - PRN Near Dallas, TX
We have an immediate opportunity for CT Tech.
General Summary: The CT Tech provides radiographic services to patients. This position operates imaging equipment, processes images, prepares patient rooms, maintains equipment, and supplies. The CT Tech is actively involved in department activities, transdisciplinary team activities, and LifeCare activities to ensure individualized, patient-centered health care for all patient populations admitted to LifeCare Hospital.
Essential Functions:
- Assesses and documents pertinent data about the patient and procedure to be performed and communicates any concerns or changes in patient condition to the assigned nurse, supervisor and/or physician.
- Implements all procedures in a cost effective manner, demonstrating competency and proficiency in radiology practice. Verifies patient identification prior to beginning any procedure, documenting the procedure and patient response timely. Works in cooperation with the transdisciplinary team to achieve expected outcome.
- Identifies any problems/needs for performing procedure and follows selects exam protocols in response to identified needs. Responds appropriately and assists others in responding to emergencies in a calm and effective manner.
- Evaluates images for positioning, appropriate anatomy and overall image quality; identifies and documents exceptions to the expected outcome. Implements and communicates the plan to achieve the desired outcome.
- Documents information about the procedure, patient care during the procedure and the final results of the procedure. Archives and stores images in a secure fashion. Transmits accurate billing information in a timely manner.
- Plans/organizes work for assigned shift to properly utilize time, resources and assures supplies are adequate so that patient can receive appropriate quality care. Assures that equipment is maintained and is clean and in working order. Reports need for equipment and maintenance/repair timely.
- The knowledge and skills necessary to perform the position requirements are demonstrated through the successful completion of competencies established for the position, to include population served, and other special needs of patients or customers served by the department.
- Adheres to LifeCare policies, procedures, all safety plans, and all standards imposed by regulatory organizations.
- Regular attendance and timeliness is required.
This description is a general statement of required essential functions performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Experience: Two years of acute care experience, including one year CT experience. GE experience preferred. Prior CR, PACS and RIS experience preferred.
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology.
Licensure/Certification: CT certification is required. Current BLS certification is required. All CT Technologists must maintain current continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for ARRT and/or State licensure and BLS certification while employed.
Job Summary
Full Time
$57k-69k (estimate)
04/25/2023
06/11/2024
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