CT Technologist II

WVU Medicine

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic CT procedures within the CT Department using specialized equipment and rotates through diagnostic radiology as assigned. Practices radiation protection and general safety at all times and performs duties within the scope of a Computed Tomography Technologist - Level I. The position requires radiography certification through ARRT or nuclear medicine certification through NMTCB, applicable state licensure, Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire, and one year of CT experience. For the career ladder level, the technologist must be CT-certified through ARRT or NMTCB, or be actively working in multiple modalities. The role includes preparing and cleaning rooms and equipment, performing and documenting imaging examinations, monitoring and assisting patients, maintaining supplies and records, producing diagnostic-quality images, and using PACS. Duties may include mobile and surgical radiographic studies, IV insertion or blood draws, and administration of contrast. The technologist provides care to patients across age groups and participates in patient safety and required specialty-accreditation education. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week at Potomac Valley Hospital in Keyser, West Virginia. The work involves frequent physical activity and exposure to body fluids, contagious diseases, sharps, cleaning agents, radiation, high stress, and interruptions.

Requirements

Radiography certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or nuclear medicine technologist certification from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
Current state licensure as required where services are provided: Maryland radiographer license through the Maryland Board of Physicians; Ohio radiographer license through the Ohio Board of Radiology; no state license required in Pennsylvania; or, in West Virginia, a radiography license or nuclear medicine and diagnostic CT license through the West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board.
Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
State criminal background check and federal background check, if applicable, as required for regulated areas.
One year of computed tomography experience.
For the career ladder level, CT certification through ARRT or NMTCB, or active work in multiple modalities.
Ability to meet the physical demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling.
Ability to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying assistance; exert more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
Hearing and visual acuity within normal range.
Knowledge of growth and development, patient needs, and scope of treatment.
Understanding of patient needs across biophysical, biopsychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, spiritual, cultural, ethical, and discharge-planning dimensions.
Knowledge of total care for patients whose disease is not responsive to curative treatment, including control of pain and other symptoms.

Responsibilities

Prepare rooms, equipment, and materials for patient examinations, including use of sterile technique; clean and disinfect rooms and equipment according to infection-control policies after each examination.
Perform examinations according to physician orders, explain procedures to patients, document protocol variations, and relay patient history and clinical data to the radiologist.
Observe patients and equipment, report unusual occurrences or changes, and transport or assist patients as needed.
Document the patient's status in relation to radiology or CT procedures in the patient chart.
Document variances, repeat examinations, and other occurrences to support quality healthcare and improvement.
Maintain stock supplies, perform general office duties, label films properly, and follow prescribed techniques to ensure image quality and consistency.
Practice safe radiation exposure and protection, and maintain general safety for patients, visitors, and staff.
Participate in patient-safety training and patient protection, including training on reporting medical or healthcare errors and abuse.
Produce diagnostic-quality images using CT equipment and assess images for appropriate technique and demonstration of anatomy and pathology.
When applicable, perform diagnostic studies using mobile radiographic equipment in emergency or patient rooms and perform studies in the surgical suite using a C-arm and other equipment.
Provide care appropriate to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
May perform IV insertion and blood draws.
Administer IV, oral, or rectal contrast for CT procedures according to radiologist protocol, department manual, and ordering-provider orders.
Use PACS to ensure examinations are completed and available for radiologist interpretation and referring-provider review.
Complete annual specialty-accreditation education when applicable, through methods such as online learning, training, in-services, and competency validation.