CT Tech-Certified, Full-Time, Variable Shifts

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

6h•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.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program
No experience required.
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

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.
Know scanning protocols in depth.
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.
Use proper technique when injection IV contrast.
Must be proficient in filming from imaging workstation.
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.
Communicates with radiologist to determine appropriate protocols for each exam.
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.