Technician CT/MRI (JR226548)

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Overview

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Under the direction of radiologist, performs Cat Scan Procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for imaging diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required.

Responsibilities

• Patient and Room Preparation: This task includes a) entering patient data into Epic and other appropriate computer systems as necessary. b) Placing the patient on the scan table in the correct position for the scan to be performed. c) Obtain appropriate scout image for procedure.
• Obtain cross sectional images: This task includes the proper setting of protocols and sequences to obtain high quality images for diagnosis by the radiologist.
• Direct involvement during procedure: This task involves a) the assistance at the side of the radiologist during biopsy procedures as needed. b) Constant attention to the progression of the procedure while in the control room, monitoring progression of biopsy procedure c) Involved with operating injector when necessary.
• Maintain adherence to imaging workflow in IDXRad and G.E. Centricity (PACS). This includes tracking exams in IDXRad throughout all steps in the process. Also, verifying images in PACS to ensure the patient, exam type, labeling and orientation are correct.
• Maintain all necessary records of films, fluoro time, injections, etc.
• Photographing and processing of images: This task includes photographing and labeling scan images, processing and displaying final images on viewing machines for radiologist interpretation.
• Maintain all necessary records of image slices, injections, etc.
• Observe all rules and regulations regarding radiation safety for patients and staff.
• Train other associates and students in CAT Scan procedures.
• Establish and confirms vascular access according to departmental protocol. Assures adequate access is ascertained prior to contrast media injection. Verifies that the catheter is appropriate for the injection, assessing the access to backflow of blood, saline flush, and/or test injection with a power or manual injector.
• Determine signs and symptoms of an average adverse event and monitor the patient for the development of such signs and symptoms.
• Immediate notification to supervising physician of any reactions or medical events.
• Review blood work to determine risk factors.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area.
• Perform duties of a 5T and/or 4T technologist as needed.
• Perform other related assigned tasks.
  
  

Requirements

• High School.
• CAT Scan Systems.
• Radiographic film processor.
• Epic tracking equipment.
• Registered and licensed Radiologic Technologist with injection in NYS.
• Satisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology training in and meets the requirements for certification by the ARRT.
  
  

Preferred Qualities

• Associate Degree.
  
  

Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.