CT Tech - Radiology - Full Time

GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL•Gibson City, IL

5d•$26 - $46

About The Position

Under supervision of the Director of Radiology and the Assistant Director of Radiology, the Imaging Technologist III is a high-level, experienced x-ray or sonography position performing a wide variety of imaging exams on patients. Radiology provides services on a 24/7/365 basis and this position can be scheduled to work for any shift, any day (including weekends and holidays), and may include call rotations as needed. Position may be scheduled at any imaging facility within the Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services organization. Position consists of one of the following technologists: 1. A technologist registered by the ARRT as a R.T.(R) with active license issued by the IEMA; Division of Nuclear Safety. In addition, an Imaging Technologist III will have two or more (2+) advanced ARRT certifications in Mammography, Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Quality Management, Bone Densitometry, Cardiac-Interventional Radiography, or Vascular Interventional Radiography. RPA or RA licensure in good standing also qualifies as an Imaging Technologist III. 2. An ARDMS registered sonographer with 2 or more ARDMS specialty certifications. 3. A technologist registered by the ARRT as a R.T.(R) with active license issued by the IEMA; Division of Nuclear Safety, who is also an ARDMS or CCI registered sonographer with 2 or more ARDMS specialty certifications 4. A CCI registered sonographer. GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the communities we serve.

Requirements

ARRT registered technologist whom holds a license by IEMA; Division of Nuclear Safety. Has at least two (2+) additional ARRT certifications in Mammography, Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Quality Management, Bone Densitometry, Cardiac-Interventional Radiography, or Vascular Interventional Radiography.
An ARDMS registered sonographer with 2 or more ARDMS specialty certifications.
A CCI registered sonographer.

Responsibilities

Shows and proves competencies on equipment that the employee utilizes, including: x-ray equipment, MR unit, mammography unit, and/or ultrasound/sonography units. Also demonstrates competency on peripheral equipment within the department.
Shows and proves competencies for exams performed.
Performs requested exams in reasonable time frame and with high quality.
Understands and utilizes ALARA, as well as a high degree of knowledge in MR and magnetic safety.
Understands and utilizes age specific communication and abilities.
Treats equipment with care.
Keeps work area clean and organized.
Actively seeks to help others whenever possible and is willing to take on extra duties.
Willingness to cross-train and do “non-tech” jobs.
Maintain patient privacy and dignity during exams. Understand HIPPA and the relationship of trust with the patient.
Mindful of radiation safety to patient, self, and others.
Strictly follows hospital infection control policies.
Willing to work odd hours during emergencies and vacations, and take call as needed.
Maintains paperwork in a current and correct manner. Assures all exam paperwork is scanned and saved in PACS.
Assist in the maintenance of Quality Assuarance on all department equipment.
Maintains licensure current and up-to-date.
Maintains exam paperwork and is proficient in the use of PACS.
Transports patient when necessary to and from the department in an appropriate manner.
Collaborates and coordinates care and imaging consistent with departmental protocol and the instruction of the radiologist.
Maintains and assists with departmental documentation and day-to-day reconciliation processes.