What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT / Rad Tech PRN and Thursdays position at Kindred Hospital Tarrant County - Fort Worth Southwest?
Description
PRN and Thursdays including on call Thursdays - WALK IN WEDNESDAY INTERVIEWS 10AM TO 1PM
Kindred Hospital Tarrant County Southwest is a long-term acute care (LTAC) hospital specializing in the treatment of patients recovering from post-intensive care and medically complex conditions. Our hospital provides both intensive care and telemetry-level services, offering advanced monitoring and support for patients requiring extended medical care. With a multidisciplinary team dedicated to personalized treatment plans, we focus on helping patients achieve significant recovery and transition to the next level of care.
As a Computer Tomography Technologist you will:
- Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures. Position patients for CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.
- Assist radiologist with imaging procedures, starting IV’s, and injecting contrast, if applicable.
- Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedures.
- Evaluate CT scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label.
- Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical functions.
- Document appropriate charging of procedures and supplies.
- Dispense oral contrast to patients for CT scans.
- Load and operate power injections for contrast media administration.
- Maintain accurate patient records.
- Provide orientation and training for new CT Technicians.
- Provide care for the psychological and physical needs of patients for CT scans.
- Perform other related incidental duties.
- Enhances the quality of patient management and satisfaction, to promote continuity of care and cost effectiveness through the integration of functions of case management, utilization review and management and discharge planning.
Qualifications
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Completion of a 24-month AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology.
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American Registry of Radiologic Technologists / ARRT in Radiography. Computed Tomography / CT certification within one year of employment.
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One (1) year of experience in diagnostic radiology or other imaging modality. 36 months experience in a clinically comparable environment.