CT TECHNOLOGIST

Job Summary/Overall Objectives

The CT Technologist performs the computed tomography examination to produce images of various anatomical parts and systems for diagnostic purposes as directed by the radiologist.

Essential Job Functions

• Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure.
• Reconfirms the patient's identification and verifies the physician's order.
• Assures that the proper screening protocol is completed prior to patient entering scan room.
• Verifies the patient's pregnancy status when appropriate.
• Provides information to the patient about the procedure.
• Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure and answers any questions.
• Provides accurate explanations and instructions at an appropriate time and a at a level the patient can understand.
• Analyzes the information during assessment phase and determines optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis.
• Determines whether patient has been appropriately prepared for procedure.
• Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedure such as medications or insufficient patient preparation.
• Selects appropriate shielding and immobilization devices.
• Reviews the patient's chart/physician order to determine optimal scanning parameters for suspected pathology.
• Administers contrast agents according to established guidelines.
• Obtains written consent prior to IV/oral contrast administration.
• Evaluates lab values prior to administering contrast agents.
• Determines appropriate type and dose of contrast agent to be administered.
• Completes oral contrast screening form when needed.
• Monitors patient during exam for adverse reaction to contrast media.
• Using sterile techniques, preps site and starts IV when applicable.
• Obtains optimum images during scan.
• Reformats images as needed to better visualize anatomy or pathology according to established guidelines.
• Sends images to PACS for interpretation by radiologist.
• Archives images to CD or data storage device as needed.
• Documents information about patient care, exam, and patient history in appropriate record.
• Verifies correct order is entered into RIS.
• Documents appropriate patient history into PACS system.
• Documents any exceptions from the established guidelines.
• Scans appropriate documents into PACS system.
• Facilitates correspondence with all departments to assure procedures are done in a timely manner.
• Works with Centralized Scheduling, nursing units, and ER to accommodate STAT or ASAP orders.
• Responds to emergency call per department procedures.
• Maintains equipment workstation in optimum condition.
• Performs daily QC on CT equipment.
• Assures adequate patient care and office supplies are maintained.
• Reports equipment malfunction to service provider.
• Implements downtime procedures when necessary.
• Coordinates rescheduling of patients during equipment downtime.
• Initiates established downtime procedures during HIS/RIS and PACS downtime.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competency and Experience (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Required Qualifications/Experience

• Completion of a (JRCERT) accredited Radiologic Technology recognized by ARRT.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

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• Six (6) months experience as a Radiologic Technologist

License, Certification & Clearances

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
• Current Registry with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Advanced-level CT certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in computed tomography
• Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
• Travel may be expected locally between System locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.