CT Technologist III

Inland Imaging•Spokane, WA

9d•$38 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist III is a Full Time, Regular position working Friday–Sunday: 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 a.m. Monday–Thursday: 5:30 p.m. – 4:00 a.m. (7-on/7-off) at Sacred Heart Medical Center. This position is eligible for a differential ranging from $2.25-$5.00 per hour. The primary goal is 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
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
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
Experience with the following computer applications is highly desired: Outlook; Microsoft Office Suite; Workday; ISite; Qgenda; Internet/Intranet; Weex; EPIC and Medicalis. Datix and/or Inland Imaging Incident reports
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
Employees must not be included on the LIST OF EXCLUDED INDIVIDUALS provided by the Department of Health & Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (OIG)
Eligible employees must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test

Nice To Haves

Multi-system CT vendors and systems
Experience in a Level II trauma center that includes traumas, psychiatric care and stroke center
Experience working in a fast-paced environment and with trauma, high acuity and comprehensive stroke patients
Experience with Pediatric: Oncology, Trauma, Congenital cases
Experience with Procedures: Microwave and cryo ablation procedures, Bone marrow biopsies, Chest tubes, Abscess drains, Anesthesia and special needs supported cases, Adult and pediatric cases with anesthesia support for imaging
Experience with 3D applications: Angiography (code stroke carotid, AAA, vascular studies), Coronary arteries, Extremities for orthopedic surgical planning, Pediatric studies (craniosynostosis), Trauma cases, Renal transplant studies
Experience as Advanced Technologist: Cardiac exams, TAVRs, Heart measurements, Coronary studies, Pediatric cardiac studies, Dedicated site for congenital heart studies

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, including assisting in patient transportation, ensuring proper contrast dosage, preparing sterile trays for invasive procedures, and cleaning exam rooms after each study
Interviews and assesses patient for CT exam, obtaining detailed patient history, obtaining procedure consent, and reviewing patient preparation checklist
Performs parenteral procedures i.e., contrast injections, IV starts/removal, using universal precautions, testing and monitoring IV sites, practicing sterile procedures, recognizing patient contrast reactions, and wearing appropriate PPE
Physically assists patients on or off the CT table, safely using hoyer lifts when available
Communicates with patient during exam to ensure 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
Assures preauthorization (when needed) for exam has been obtained and if exam changes that a new authorization has been requested
Completes all exam paperwork, including building patient exam work list, presenting exam in PACS, readying the OLF to send study to the radiologist worklist, changing exam codes in billing system, appropriately coding exam for billing, and adding charges for medications and contrast
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
May be required to work in a hospital, urgent care or clinical setting
Performs other duties as assigned
Maintains 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
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
Demonstrates honest, pleasant manner and good personal hygiene
Maintains freedom from alcohol and drug abuse
Ability to access multiple worksites in a timely manner
Demonstrates 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
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
Attends quarterly quality assurance meetings
Maintains attendance
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