Job Description

Qualifications

• Vocational / Technical Degree in Radiologic Technology (Required)

Work Experience

• 1 - 2 years CT (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

Required Certifications/Licensures:

• Certified Computed Tomography (CT) (ARRT)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Essential Functions

SPECIALIZED TECH PROCEDURES:

• Perform the specialized procedures according to the department protocols.
• Identify the patient according to hospital policy.
• Ensure that the correct procedure is performed on the patient either by the patient's medical record or the physician orders.
• Set up the procedure room and the isotope for the exam.
• Explain the procedure to the patient and/or family member.
• Perform the exam/procedure according to established protocols.
• Ensure the exam is properly labeled.
• QA the exam before it is released for interpretation.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly QA procedures on the equipment.

RADIATION SAFETY - SPECIALIZED TECH:

• Follow the proper procedures to ensure Radiation Safety and Protection to the staff and patients.
• When performing the exam on the patient, only radiate the area of interest.
• Shield the patient's gonads region especially children and adults of childbearing age.
• Limit repeats exposures to the patients, by ensuring the equipment is set up correctly.
• Wear radiation monitoring badges at all times.
• Wear protective equipment when in the radiation field (fluoroscopic exams and or holding patients). Protective equipment includes lead aprons and gloves, thyroid shield, and leaded glasses.
• Stand behind the protective barrier when not required to be in the radiation field.
• Limit exposure by limiting exposure time to radiation and increasing your distance from the radiation source.
• Ensure the safety of others during the exam by having them behind the lead barrier or wearing radiation protective equipment during an exposure.

DOCUMENTATION:

• Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.
• Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.
• Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers/users.
• Uses correct terminology.
• Conforms to required style and format.

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE:

• Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.
• Understands equipment operation.
• Maintains equipment in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Uses technology to increase productivity. Adapts to new technology.

ASSESSMENT AND DIAGNOSIS:

• Collects data in a systematic and ongoing process.
• Issues are identified and diagnoses are developed based on assessment data.
• Prioritizes data collection based on the patient's condition and needs.
• Identifies expected outcomes and plans based on diagnoses or issues.

INTERVENTION PROCEDURES:

• Perform interventional procedures such as biopsies, abscess drainage, & centesis reduction.
• Properly identify the side that is to be entered.
• Perform a Time-out with all personnel involved with the procedure before the procedure is started.
• Perform the exam according to the direction of the radiologist.
• Conduct the procedure as a sterile procedure.
• Scan documents into the Radiology PACS.
• QA the images before sending the study to the radiologist who performs the exam.

Additional Duties

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission, and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age-specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

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