CT Technologist I

Inland ImagingRoyal Oak, MI
$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
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