Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist - FT, Weekend Nights

Prisma Health•Richland, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of procedures applying ionizing radiation. Performs CT scans as directed. Communicates with the physician and other work-related personnel appropriately. This position is bonus eligible. All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Identifies patients and procedures. Communicate with nursing or physician concerning patient. Inform nursing of patients that need IV sedation or biopsies. Fill out questionnaires on all patients between the ages of 12-55 yrs. old. Positions patients accurately for all CT procedures. Patients are transferred and positioned correctly for anatomy to be demonstrated for best visibility. Know scanning protocols in depth. Must be able to perform procedures correctly using protocol book for reference. Studies must be done in a timely manner and taken to the radiologist for interpretation as soon as possible after completion of exam. Write time procedure is finished and filmed on patient board. Films must be archived and taken to radiologist for reading. Obtains appropriate supplies and prepares room for patient. Keeps room cleaned and stocked at all times. Adequate supplies and linens must always be available. Tables and trays must be cleaned after each patient. Use proper technique when injection IV contrast. Ensure IV is working and checked first with an injection of saline. Choose correct method of injection (hand or injector). Must be proficient in filming from imaging workstation. 3D imaging and multiplanar reconstruction. Responds to codes and other emergency situations appropriately. Explains CT procedure to patient and/or family member. Obtains completed questionnaire and proper history and clinical from patient, floor or physician's office. Informs patients and families of all delays. Trains co-workers and students. Assist other technologists when not busy in assigned CT room. Acquires requisition and checks for appropriate clinical. Charges procedure, supplies and surgical codes when exam is completed. Indicates no-film badge wearing name and fluoro time. Adds surgical charges when needed. Operates the PAC’s system appropriately and verify studies before sending to archive. Reports equipment problems to supervisor, in-charge tech and documents confirmation numbers. Appropriate forms must be completed for all procedures. Fill out contrast sheet on all patients receiving IV and rectal contrast. A contrast media form must be filled out on all patients, CT forms must be filled out on all patients. Communicates with radiologist to determine appropriate protocols for each exam. Correct protocols are utilized as prescribed by the radiologist. Procedures must be performed as directed by the radiologist. Correct scans as performed. Demonstrates recognition of anatomy and pathology as related to scan being processed. Perform warm up calibrations as needed. Correct protocols are utilized as prescribed by the radiologist. Procedures must be performed as directed by the radiologist. Correct scans as performed. Demonstrates recognition of anatomy and pathology as related to scan being processed. Perform warm up calibrations as needed. Maintain competency needed for working in the CT department. Performs point of care testing. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program
ARRT Registered and registered in CT
CPR
SCRQSA certification (Required for team members working in South Carolina)
Excellent customer service skills
Basic computer skills
Data entry skills

Nice To Haves

3D Imaging preferred

Responsibilities

Performs CT scans as directed.
Identifies patients and procedures.
Communicates with nursing or physician concerning patient.
Informs nursing of patients that need IV sedation or biopsies.
Fills out questionnaires on all patients between the ages of 12-55 yrs. old.
Positions patients accurately for all CT procedures.
Transfers and positions patients correctly for anatomy to be demonstrated for best visibility.
Performs procedures correctly using protocol book for reference.
Completes studies in a timely manner and takes them to the radiologist for interpretation.
Writes time procedure is finished and filmed on patient board.
Archives films and takes them to the radiologist for reading.
Obtains appropriate supplies and prepares room for patient.
Keeps room cleaned and stocked at all times.
Ensures adequate supplies and linens are available.
Cleans tables and trays after each patient.
Uses proper technique when injecting IV contrast.
Ensures IV is working and checked first with an injection of saline.
Chooses correct method of injection (hand or injector).
Proficiently films from imaging workstation.
Performs 3D imaging and multiplanar reconstruction.
Responds to codes and other emergency situations appropriately.
Explains CT procedure to patient and/or family member.
Obtains completed questionnaire and proper history and clinical from patient, floor or physician's office.
Informs patients and families of all delays.
Trains co-workers and students.
Assists other technologists when not busy in assigned CT room.
Acquires requisition and checks for appropriate clinical.
Charges procedure, supplies and surgical codes when exam is completed.
Indicates no-film badge wearing name and fluoro time.
Adds surgical charges when needed.
Operates the PAC’s system appropriately and verifies studies before sending to archive.
Reports equipment problems to supervisor, in-charge tech and documents confirmation numbers.
Completes appropriate forms for all procedures.
Fills out contrast sheet on all patients receiving IV and rectal contrast.
Fills out a contrast media form on all patients.
Fills out CT forms on all patients.
Communicates with radiologist to determine appropriate protocols for each exam.
Utilizes correct protocols as prescribed by the radiologist.
Performs procedures as directed by the radiologist.
Performs correct scans.
Demonstrates recognition of anatomy and pathology as related to scan being processed.
Performs warm up calibrations as needed.
Maintains competency needed for working in the CT department.
Performs point of care testing.
Performs other duties as assigned.