Up to a $15,000 Sign on Bonus Available
Position Summary:
Performs routine imaging examinations in CT on a scheduled and emergency basis following departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.
Responsibilities:
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Performs routine imaging examinations in CT on a scheduled and emergency basis.
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Reviews and evaluates requisitions for CT imaging procedures, abstracting data from patient charts and determining appropriateness of procedure prescribed given diagnosis and clinical signs for CT examinations.
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Identify patients according to Hospital Policy with 2 identifiers.
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Performs basic imaging analysis (e.g. 3D).
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Selects appropriate equipment and technical factors to identify pathologic and normal anatomy.
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Assesses patients' and parents' physical and emotional status and ability to respond to instructions and develops plan for adjusting to patients' specific needs.
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Explain the examination and is able to answer questions from patient and parents regarding the exam and Radiation exposure, practices ALARA.
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Consistently provides exceptional care and exceptional service.
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Follows Departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.
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Practices High Reliability Training.
Patient/Family Relations
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Responds to the uniqueness of the patient, creating a supportive environment for the patient and the family.
Equipment
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Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions.
Operations
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Assists in organizing and maintaining daily operations of section.
General
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Participates in departmental and hospital meetings.
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Completes all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
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Complies with ETU.
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Complies with HIPAA regulations.
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Practices the 6 core values of the Hospital; excellence, innovation, communication, respect, teamwork and accountability
Professional Development-
Furthers professional education and maintains knowledge of current regulations and standards, policies and procedures.
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Maintains up-to-date licensure/certification/registration in departmental file.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Associates degree, Allied Health. Bachelors degree preferred.
Experience:
1 year of experience working as a Radiologic Technologist
Licensure/ Certifications:
1. RT/CT registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
2. Must meet, successfully complete, and maintain the ARRT certification.
3. BLS certification.
