CT Tech Certified, Greenville SC, Full-Time, Variable Shifts

Prisma Health•Columbia, SC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Prisma Health is seeking a Computed Tomography (CT) Tech interested in Acute Care for opportunities at their Greenville, SC area hospitals. These include Greenville Memorial Hospital, Greer Memorial Hospital, Baptist Easley Medical Campus, Oconee Medical Campus, and Patewood Outpatient Center/Medical Campus. The role involves performing a variety of procedures using ionizing radiation and CT scans as directed, while communicating effectively with physicians and other personnel. A sign-on bonus is available for eligible full-time positions. There is also a grace period to obtain specific modality certification.

Requirements

ARRT () certification
South Carolina (SCRQSA) certification
CPR certified
Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program
Excellent customer service skills
Basic computer skills
Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)
Data entry skills

Nice To Haves

3D Imaging preferred

Responsibilities

Identifies patients and procedures.
Communicates with nursing or physician concerning patient.
Informs nursing of patients that need IV sedation or biopsies.
Fills 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.
Obtains appropriate supplies and prepares room for patient.
Keeps room cleaned and stocked at all times.
Use proper technique when injection IV contrast.
Ensure IV is working and checked first with an injection of saline.
Choose correct method of injection (hand or injector).
Must be proficient in filming from imaging workstation.
3D imaging and multiplanar reconstruction.
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.
Correct protocols are utilized as prescribed by the radiologist.
Procedures must be performed as directed by the radiologist.
Correct scans as performed.
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.