CT Tech

UVA Health•Manassas, VA

6d•$41 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients in the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home. As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Graduate of ARRT- approved Radiography Program.
1 year of experience in CT preferred.
Certified and registered by ARRT in CT - RT(R)(CT) within 12 months of hire required.
Analytical ability, basic computer skills, good communication skills, ability to adapt to procedures based on age of patient, ability to interpret information to identify each patient's requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs.
Prepares patient for procedures.
Operates CT equipment.

Nice To Haves

2 Year/Associate's Degree preferred.
May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

Responsibilities

Assists physicians in the performance of diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the CT equipment in order to obtain diagnostic scans.
Ensures patient safety and comfort while in the radiology department.
Explains the procedure and post-procedure orders to the patient to gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
Prioritizes workflow in regard to patient condition and ensures patients' arrival and departure occur in a timely manner.
Provides an atmosphere conducive to gain the patient's cooperation and confidence.
Utilizes data received from patient satisfaction and practice performance results to identify opportunities to improve and participates in the planning and improvement process.
Follows and supports OSHA regulations and uses universal precautions when required.
Cleans examination surfaces between patients.
Provides clean linen including sheets, gowns, pillowcases, and towels.
Immediately cleans spills following universal precautions.
Properly stores accessory equipment when not in use.
Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals.
Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers.
Facilitates and participates in regular staff meetings.
Follows routine standards and properly and safely manipulates equipment, within its limitations, to obtain images.
Maintains sterile equipment and fields.
Adjusts cameras to obtain the proper density and contrast.
Performs any necessary warm-up and quality control procedures on the equipment.
Uses protocols to obtain images of internal structures.
Critiques images for quality and makes necessary judgments to determine if repeat is necessary.
The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.