CT Tech-Cert, PRN, Variable Shifts

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of procedures using ionizing radiation and performs CT scans as directed. Communicates appropriately with physicians and other work-related personnel. Works in the CT department at Greenville Memorial Hospital on variable shifts.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
ARRT registration and registration in CT.
CPR certification.
SCRQSA certification for team members working in South Carolina.
Excellent customer service skills.
Basic computer skills.
Data entry skills.

Nice To Haves

3D imaging experience or proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify patients and procedures, and communicate with nursing staff or physicians about patient needs.
Notify nursing staff about patients requiring IV sedation or biopsies; complete questionnaires for patients ages 12–55.
Position and transfer patients accurately for CT procedures to ensure the anatomy is clearly demonstrated.
Know and follow CT scanning protocols, using the protocol book as needed and coordinating with radiologists to determine appropriate protocols.
Complete studies promptly and take them to the radiologist for interpretation as soon as possible; record procedure completion and filming times on the patient board.
Archive films and studies, verify studies before sending them to archive, and operate the PACS system appropriately.
Obtain supplies and prepare, clean, and stock the room; maintain adequate supplies and linens and clean tables and trays after each patient.
Use proper technique when injecting IV contrast, confirm IV patency with saline, and select the appropriate injection method.
Film from the imaging workstation and perform 3D imaging and multiplanar reconstruction.
Respond appropriately to codes and other emergency situations.
Explain CT procedures to patients and families, obtain completed questionnaires and relevant history and clinical information, and inform patients and families of delays.
Train coworkers and students and assist other technologists when available.
Obtain requisitions and verify appropriate clinical information; charge procedures, supplies, and surgical codes when exams are completed.
Record no-film badge information and fluoroscopy time, and add surgical charges when needed.
Report equipment problems to the supervisor or in-charge technologist and document confirmation numbers.
Complete required forms for procedures, including contrast media forms for patients receiving IV or rectal contrast and CT forms for all patients.
Perform scans as directed by the radiologist, recognize anatomy and pathology relevant to scans, and perform warm-up calibrations as needed.
Maintain competency for work in the CT department and perform point-of-care testing.
Perform other duties as assigned.