CT Technologist

UHealthSolutions, Inc.•Butner, NC

9h•Onsite

About The Position

To perform diagnostic testing by operating Computer Tomography (CT) equipment which produces cross-sectional images of bones, organs, and tissue used to diagnose medical conditions.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
Must pass pre-employment examination.
Specialized post-training in Computer Tomography (CT).
Background and investigation required.
English language proficiency required.
All other duties and responsibilities as required by contract.
Current Basic Life Support (BL) Certification.
Completion of a radiologic technology program accredited by the Joint Revenue Committee of Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), obtained an Associate’s Degree or higher and further received specialized training in Computer Tomography.
Certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English
Demonstrates respect and civility in all interactions with others
Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean
Completes annual educational requirements
Wears identification while on duty
Ensures compliance with policies and procedures
As a UHealthSolutions employee working at the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC Butner, you must comply not only with all of the policies, rules and regulations of UHealthSolutions, but also with all of the rules and regulations of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC Butner.
As a condition of employment with UHealthSolutions, it is a requirement that all employees must be able to gain and maintain Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC Butner approval for facility access.
Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of urinalysis, physical, and background investigation.
All applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks.
Successful completion of the “Introduction to Correctional Techniques”, three week training course is required.
This position has been identified as test designated.
Incumbents will be subject to urinalysis testing under the BOP Drug Free Workplace Plan.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in additional (second) language desirable

Responsibilities

Clean, disinfect, and prepare all equipment for use.
Review and evaluate developed x-rays, videotape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
Review all applicable requests and patient histories through PACS and BEMR.
Consult with Radiologist regarding patient exams and protocols.
Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
Monitor patient’s condition pre and post imaging to ensure patient safety and comfort.
Explain procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation, to include need for contrast.
Prep and assist all patients as needed for the examination.
Key commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters, and receiver, or photograph certain images.
Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
Position and immobilize patient for proper examination.
Remove and process all film and provide images to the facility in the desire format.
Provide follow-up information/ instruction to the patients.
Operate independently and without direct supervision when performing examination procedures.
Ensure timeliness of all exams as per facility protocol.
Maintain all logs and service manuals as required.
Assist nursing staff with patient history, instruction, and IV as needed.
Coordinate all transport and treatment with other departments and officers as necessary for special patients.
Monitor patients for allergic reaction to IV contrast.
Maintain, inventory and order all necessary supplies related to CT.
Follow quality assurance guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality.
Perform equipment quality checks and troubleshoot problems.
Ensure service call and notification of pertinent team members as applicable.
Maintain a clean environment for all work areas.
Perform clerical functions as necessary, including, but not limited to, maintenance and documentation of patient records and/or required forms, assigning accession number, obtaining prior records on patients, providing pre-test information to patients, answering telephone calls, and assisting the Radiologist as needed.