CT Technologist - Cat Scan - Per Diem

NYU Langone Medical Center•Patchogue, NY

41d•$57 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk is a 306-bed medical center, providing care to residents of eastern Long Island. The hospital facility is home to the Knapp Cardiac Care Center-an advanced heart disease diagnostic and treatment facility-as well as a modern ambulatory surgical pavilion with specialized services including women's imaging, a sleep laboratory, and bariatric surgery. Our Provisional Level 2 Trauma Center delivers comprehensive and specialized care for patients with traumatic injuries. The Stroke Center at NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk is designated by the New York State Department of Health as a Primary Stroke Center, with expert neurologists available to provide treatment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Additionally, NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk has multiple outpatient sites, including an outpatient wound care center, a hemodialysis center, and various primary care and specialty offices. For more information, go to NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a CT Technologist - Cat Scan - Per Diem - Radiology-Cat Scan - Per Diem - Varied shifts. In this role, the successful candidate Provides health care services, applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by; or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. The computed tomography technologist must demonstrate an understanding of human cross-section anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology and medical terminology. By performing all tasks in an efficient, responsible and caring manner, the employee will be dedicated to meet the needs of customers and staff. In doing so, will demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care with respect to the special needs of each patient age group serviced as well as those persons with disabilities

Requirements

Current New York State licensure to practice Diagnostic Radiology
Certified by and Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). BLS required.
Completion of a two year approved ARRT school.
Completion of required CT specific CE credits.
Required Licenses: Radiologic Tech Lic - NYS

Responsibilities

Operates CT equipment in accordance with State and Federal codes by:
Selecting appropriate program for the desired protocol including correct exposure factors and pilot size
Altering scanning parameters to improve the quality of the procedure
Selecting various power-up techniques as appropriate including routine, nonroutine and fast activation
Selecting appropriate scan field of view and display field of view
Selecting the appropriate film format and algorithms
Selecting proper windows and levels
Using immobilization devices and equipment within the recommended safety guidelines
Positions patient for proper orientation of anatomy by
Positioning patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest
Respecting patient ability and comfort
Identifying and removing any artifact-producing objects i.e.: dentures, chest leads, jewelry, clothing or hearing aids
Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self and others by:
Using appropriate radiation safety devices, including the proper wearing of required personal radiation monitoring devices.
Selecting proper exposure factors
Evaluates images for technical quality by:
Manipulating display parameters
Providing hard copy records, as required
Assuring proper identification recorded
Maintaining archival storage of digitized data as appropriate
Checking exam prior to ending, to insure compliance with prescribed protocols i.e.: complete anatomy, appropriate selection of technique and slice thickness, use of appropriate contrast media, etc.
Displays proper procedures for the preparing, labeling and dispensing of radiographic contrast media and the labeling of medications on the sterile field by:
Determining the need for oral and/or I.V. contrast media based upon the written physician's order and the written departmental protocols
Selecting the appropriate type of oral contrast media
Preparing the oral contrast media based upon written departmental protocols
Labeling oral contrast media based upon written departmental policies
Instructing the patient as to the proper method of ingestion
Loading the power injector with the appropriate type and amount of I.V. contrast media based upon written departmental protocols
Properly labeling all required medications located on the sterile field as required by written departmental policies
Verifies informed consent, completes Site Verification forms and assists licensed practitioner during interventional CT procedures, applies aseptic surgical techniques. Evaluates requisition by:
Identifying patient
Identifying procedures to be performed
Checking chart or RX for order
Verifying pertinent clincal history and reason for exam
Determining utilization of appropriate personal protective equipment (gloves, mask, gown, eye shields)
Reviewing request for verification of pregnancy Y/N status, if appropriate
Demonstrating proper understanding and use of Cyracom phone system for language interpretation purposes.
Provides patient care by:
Verifying patient identification/checking wristband
Introducing himself/herself to the patient
Briefly explaining the procedure
Verifying if patient is properly prepped for the exam
Verifying that there are no contraindications for performing exam, including lab values, prior to placing the patient upon the scan table
Providing appropriate assistance onto and off of the imaging table, based upon patient's condition
Maintains patient care by:
Maintaining patient dignity and modesty through proper gowning and covering for the patient
Talking with the patient in a concerned, professional manner (age appropriate)
Utilizing standard precautions and transmission-based precautions
Providing proper instructions for moving and breathing
Assessing the patient's condition at regular intervals
Providing for the patient's safety and security while in the department
Operates functions of HIS/RIS and PACS in accordance with hospital and department policy by:
Performing all tracking and other functions appropriate to their job
Consistently sending all images to PACS in a timely fashion
Performs Daily Quality Assurance activity based upon established departmental protocol by:
Demonstrating a knowledge and understanding of the daily Quality Assurance testing criteria
Performing daily Quality Assurance testing on any CT scanner prior to its' initial use each day or upon tube change and documenting same
Providing hard copy evidence of such
Demonstrates and Maintains a Professional Demeanor by:
Arriving at work station prepared to begin shift, in a timely fashion and in the prescribed and appropriate uniform
Communicating proper report to the oncoming shift members
Waiting to be formally relieved prior to departing work station
Performing all tasks and functions in keeping with the Standards for Service Excellence program