Jackson West Medical Center

Jackson Health•Miami, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Scan Technologist operates complex computerized x-ray equipment and performs specialized diagnostic studies to visualize parts and organs of the body. The role works closely with physicians during procedures requiring precise timing and coordination, under general supervision focused on technical quality and effectiveness. The technologist performs patient care and safety functions before, during, and after scans, including reviewing charts and allergies when contrast is ordered, confirming patient identity, using immobilization devices as appropriate, administering contrast according to protocol and radiologist approval, and providing radiation protection. The role also maintains equipment and records, follows infection-control and departmental procedures, supports quality improvement, and participates in training and in-service programs.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program with additional training in CT.
Valid Florida state license as a Radiology Technologist.
Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure.
Ability to understand and follow instructions and exercise sound, independent judgment.
Knowledge and skill in using job-appropriate technology and software applications.
Must meet and maintain current unit-specific and organizational skills, competencies, certifications, and licensures as required.
Required ARRT certification applies according to the stated hire-date and training conditions: employees hired before February 1, 2017, were required to obtain it by December 31, 2017; JHS-trained employees hired after February 1, 2017, must obtain it within six months of hire; external-training new hires must have it at hire.
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) credential with at least six months of validity.
Additional applicable life-support certification for Healthcare Providers may be required at the unit level upon hire and must be maintained at JHS for the duration of employment.

Responsibilities

Operate sophisticated x-ray equipment and perform specialized computerized diagnostic scans.
Perform scans of the head, chest, spine, abdomen, and extremities using appropriate windows and levels to ensure quality.
Perform specialized procedures, including biopsy and drainage studies, and prepare sterile fields.
Provide radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards and take scout views when needed.
Assist physicians during procedures and in administering contrast materials.
Follow computer start-up and shut-down protocols.
Review patient charts for laboratory results and allergies when contrast is ordered.
Verify patient identification before transport, injection, taking over care from another technologist, and performing a scan; verify outpatient identity using the stated procedures.
Use immobilization devices as required while adhering to age-specific safety standards.
Inject contrast material when approved by a radiologist and in accordance with departmental protocol; practice Universal Precautions and use protective measures.
Develop films and adjust automatic film-processing equipment as workload demands.
Communicate with and reassure patients, provide basic patient care, and address patients’ physical and psychological needs as appropriate to their age-specific needs.
Initiate life-supporting measures for patients when necessary.
Provide holiday coverage as required.
Use the HIS computer system to record complete and incomplete procedures.
Detect and report equipment or accessory malfunctions to a supervisor and/or enter them in the downtime log.
Complete laboratory records and reports and copy pertinent clinical information from the medical record to radiology request forms.
Comply with safety rules, departmental and hospital rules, and procedural protocols.
Attend on-the-job training and department in-service programs to learn new equipment and advanced techniques.
Follow infection-control policies and procedures, including Universal Precautions.
Review the CQI Quarterly report at monthly section meetings and contribute quality-improvement ideas.
Demonstrate service excellence and CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Expertise.
Perform other related duties as assigned.