CT Scan Technologist - PRN

LMH Health•Lawrence, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist provides empathetic and instructional patient care, operating imaging equipment, collecting data using computers, and caring for instrumentation. This role ensures patient physical safety and adheres to radiation safety protocols, State Licensure scope of practice, and approved protocols. The technologist will explain procedures, maintain equipment, communicate professionally, assist the Radiologist, and maintain certifications and competencies. They will perform examinations proficiently, efficiently, and safely, maintain patient confidentiality, assemble data for radiologists, generate exam charges, and act as a patient advocate. Responsibilities include performing complex CT scanner operations, positioning patients, operating power injectors for contrast media, assisting with interventional CT procedures, and performing IV starts. Care must be provided according to the population served.

Requirements

ARRT Licensure, CT registration within 12-18 months of employment
LRT State of Kansas License
BLS certification

Nice To Haves

One year experience in CT
Required CT Registration within 12 months of employment for full time and part time employees. May extend to 18 months for PRN employees with department approval.

Responsibilities

Explains procedures to patient/family accurately and to customer satisfaction.
Maintains all equipment appropriately.
Utilizes appropriate equipment and supplies to perform exams or aide in performance of diagnostic procedures that comply with the states scope of practice.
Communicates professionally and effectively with all customers.
Assists the Radiologist as needed for completion of procedures.
Adheres to standard of care outline for customers in policy and procedures as the Medical Director of Imaging Services.
Maintains certifications, licensure and job related/accreditation competencies and requirements.
Performs patient examinations proficiently, efficiently and safely.
Maintains confidentiality of all customers.
Completes ordered exams and assembles data in folder to be read by the Radiologist/Physician.
Generates exam charges in Radiology computer system.
Utilizes resources to provide the best standard of care for patients in Imaging Services.
Acts as patient’s advocate prior, during and following exams.
Maintains accurate patient records and documents pertinent data and patient information completely.
Reviews patient history and obtains appropriate order.
Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures.
Position patients for CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.
Load and operate power injections for contrast media administration.
Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedures.
Proficiency in IV starts.
Performs care according to the population served on the unit as referenced in the Administrative, Scope of Services Policy.
Performs other duties as needed or assigned.