CT Technologist I

Inland Imaging•Royal Oak, MI

3d•$33 - $50

About The Position

The Supplemental CT Technologist will fill in for vacation and sick calls at various locations based on department need. Summary: To obtain the safest and highest quality CT exams under the direct or indirect supervision of a radiologist per established Inland Imaging guidelines and protocols.

Requirements

AA Degree preferred or Military education/training equivalent
Accredited Radiologic Technologist Program required
Minimum of six months as a practicing Certified Radiologic Technologist required
Must maintain current Washington State Certified Radiologic Technologist License
Maintain current ARRT (R), (CT) Certificate
Must pass ARRT (CT) boards within 12 months of Technologist being trained, working independently and signed off with a current competency checklist
Current CPR/BLS required
Must be able to pass a background check required by RCW 43.43.830-840 to work with children under the age of 16, developmentally disabled persons or vulnerable adults
Eligible employees must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

Anatomy and medical terminology preferred
Medical office experience preferred
Understanding of all procedures to be read by radiologist preferred
Must agree to take call and work holidays to meet the needs of the company
Experience with the following computer applications is highly desired: Outlook; Microsoft Office Suite; Workday; ISite; Qgenda; Web Portals, EPIC and Medicalis. Datix and/or Inland Imaging Incident reports.

Responsibilities

Independently performs CT studies that meet or exceed the standards set by the interpreting radiologist(s)
Follows established protocols for individual CT examinations
Uses professional judgment to reconstruct images as needed to enhance study for interpretation
Ensures proper radiation dose to patient and to obtain a quality exam
Communicates with the Radiologist as needed to protocol exams.
Prepares equipment and room for exams
Assists in the transportation of patients as needed
Ensures proper contrast dosage is ready and available as needed
Prepares room with sterile trays and supplies for invasive procedures
Cleans exam room after each study
Interviews and assesses patient for CT exam
Obtains detailed patient history to aid the radiologist in making a diagnosis
Obtains procedure consent
Reviews patient preparation checklist prior to procedure
Performs parenteral procedures i.e., contrast injections, IV starts/removal
Uses universal precautions with all patients.
Tests and monitors IV sites during injections, when possible, to avoid extravasation of contrast
Consistently practices sterile procedures for invasive studies
Quickly recognizes patient contrast reaction and follows accepted standards for appropriate patient care during and after reaction
Always wears appropriate PPE for study following isolation processes
Physically assists patients on or off the CT table
Safely uses hoyer lifts within manufactures guidelines when available.
Communicates with patient during exam to ensure the patient does not move and to ensure patient comfort level
Verifies that orders are received and within the indication for the exam.
Reviews studies post exam to check for quality and acute or urgent findings upon completion.
Assures preauthorization (when needed) for exam has been obtained and if exam changes that a new authorization has been requested.
Completes all exam paperwork
Builds patient exam work list
Presents exam in PACS using appropriate hanging protocols.
Readies the OLF (patient history form) to send study to the radiologist worklist.
Changes exam codes in billing system as appropriate
Appropriately codes exam for billing
Adds charges for medications and contrast as appropriate
Rotates to other shifts and locations as needed for staffing and patient care.
Troubleshoots CT equipment and reports issues to Manager and/or Director
Coordinates patient care between technologists and clerical staff to facilitate a smooth workflow
Responds to information requests from patients, scheduling, and other departments.
Performs daily Quality Assurance.
This position may be required to work in a hospital, urgent care or clinical setting.
Performs other duties as assigned
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality within the Inland Imaging companies and Inland’s customers.
Follows all Health and Safety policies and guidelines of Inland Imaging or its partners depending on work location.
Follows all company policies including those regarding harassment, non-retaliation, discrimination, respectful workplace, and related policies.
Follows all policies regarding HIPAA, non-disclosure of confidential information and company security.
Honest, pleasant manner and good personal hygiene.
Free of alcohol and drug abuse.
Ability to access multiple worksites in a timely manner.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail oriented; ability to multi-task; organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education through professional journals, approved seminars, etc.
Ability to consider individual needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages.
Adheres to departmental standards and personnel policies by demonstrating professional demeanor in conduct and appearance.
Follows company departmental standards and personnel policies by using good teamwork and communication skills to help identify concerns and solutions, assisting where needed to ensure a smooth functioning department.
Performs other duties as required by displaying team spirit and self-growth, accepting and performing other projects and responsibilities, and requesting other projects and responsibilities.
Quarterly quality assurance meeting attendance is required for this position.
Attendance is a requirement for this position.
Rotates to other shifts and locations as needed.
Treats all patients with dignity and respect
Provides excellent customer service
Conforms to Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations
Complies with PHI (Protected Health Information)
Demonstrates the Inland Imaging Core Values Show We Care, Do The Right Thing, Maximize Individual Potential, Challenge Convention