PRN CT/Radiologic Technologist

WVU Medicine

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic CT procedures in the CT Department using designated equipment and rotates through diagnostic radiology as assigned. Practices radiation and general safety at all times. Provides care for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The position may also include mobile radiographic studies, surgical suite studies using a C-arm and other equipment, IV insertion or blood draws, and administration of contrast for CT imaging according to protocol and provider orders. This is a PRN position at St. Joseph's Hospital in Buckhannon, West Virginia, with varied shifts and zero scheduled weekly hours.

Requirements

Graduate of a Medical Imaging Program.
Radiography certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or nuclear medicine technologist certification through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
Hold current licensure as required by the state board where services are provided: Maryland radiographer license through the Maryland Board of Physicians; Ohio radiographer license through the Ohio Board of Radiology; no state license required in Pennsylvania; or, in West Virginia, a Radiological Technologist or Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic CT license through the West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board.
Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
Complete state and, if applicable, federal criminal background checks as required for regulated areas.
Knowledge of growth and development, patient needs, and scope of treatment.
Understand patient needs across biophysical, biopsychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, spiritual, cultural, ethical, and discharge-planning dimensions.
Knowledge of total patient care for patients whose disease is not responsive to curative treatment, with a focus on controlling pain and other symptoms.
Meet the physical demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling.
Be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying assistance, on a regular and recurring basis; exert more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
Have hearing and visual acuity within normal range.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a computed tomography technologist.

Responsibilities

Prepare rooms, equipment, and materials for patient exams, including use of sterile technique; clean and disinfect rooms and equipment after each exam in accordance with infection control policies.
Perform examinations according to physician orders and explain procedures to patients; document protocol variations and communicate patient history and clinical data to the radiologist.
Observe patients and equipment, report unusual occurrences or changes, and transport and assist patients as needed.
Document patient status related to radiology or CT procedures in the patient chart.
Document variances, repeats, and other occurrences to support quality care and improvement.
Maintain stock supplies, perform general office duties, label films properly, and follow prescribed techniques to ensure image quality and consistency.
Follow radiation exposure and protection practices and maintain general safety for patients, visitors, and staff.
Comply with departmental and hospital policies and procedures, and participate in patient-safety training, patient protection, and reporting of medical or healthcare errors and abuse.
Produce diagnostic-quality images using CT equipment and assess images for appropriate technique to demonstrate anatomy and pathology; perform critical procedures during emergencies.
When applicable, perform diagnostic studies using mobile radiographic equipment in emergency or patient rooms, and perform studies in the surgical suite using a C-arm and other equipment.
Provide care suited to the needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Perform IV insertion or blood draws when applicable.
Administer IV, oral, or rectal contrast for CT imaging according to radiologist protocol, the department manual, and ordering provider orders.
Use PACS to ensure exams are completed and available for radiologist interpretation and referring provider review.
Complete other related duties assigned by the department manager or lead technologist.
For facilities with specialty accreditation requirements, complete annual education required by accreditation standards, which may include computer-based learning, training, in-services, and competency validation.