CT Technologist

Albany Medical Center•Albany, NY

19d•$77,075 - $119,466

About The Position

The CT Technologist works under the direction of the Medical Director and/or Section Head, Clinical Specialist, Manager, and Radiologist. In a fast-paced Level I Trauma and Academic Medical Center, the technologist performs technical procedures and assists with clinical evaluation and patient care, using CT imaging to create diagnostic images and provide patients with a safe, positive experience. The position supports teaching and ongoing learning as technology changes. The technologist performs CT exams for trauma and emergency room patients, outpatients, inpatients—including stable and intensive-care patients—and research patients, as well as specialized CT scan-guided procedures. The technologist practices and enforces radiation-safety measures in accordance with New York State Department of Health Code Part 16.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduate of an approved two-year AMA Radiologic Technology school.
New York State registration in Diagnostic Radiography through ARDMS or ARRT, or a limited permit to practice in New York State, required upon hire.
ARRT registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, required upon hire.
Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Professional Rescuer certification, required upon hire.
Communicates cooperatively and effectively with patients, family members, employees, and others, and engages in dialogue with the multidisciplinary team.
Seeks input from others to reach consensus; accepts direction and carries out orders while working cooperatively.
Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals and documents patient care on established forms.
Problem-solves, performs examinations, and interprets data; can identify problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Applies basic arithmetic, including operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and computes rates, ratios, and percentages.
Demonstrates honesty, punctuality, ethical conduct, accuracy, and sound judgment.
Adheres to institutional policies, procedures, and practices and uses established processes to resolve grievances or disagreements.
Anticipates and resolves potential problems to support continuity of appropriate patient care.
Improves job performance through continuing education.
Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

Maintains competent imaging skills in the CT modality.
Contributes to the development of a professional, progressive Imaging department and a positive atmosphere.
Practices in compliance with hospital and department policies and New York State and accrediting-agency standards.
Assists physicians with all aspects of procedures in the assigned area.
Provides patients with a safe and positive experience and patient care appropriate to their age and special characteristics.
Fulfills on-call responsibilities, if applicable.
Rotates through the main department and satellite areas.
Mentors and precepts new staff and students.
Supports the medical center and imaging department in maintaining accreditations and meeting Joint Commission standards.
Enters patient data into computer systems accurately and checks images and patient information for accuracy before sending them to PACS.
Obtains peripheral IV access and injects contrast material when required.
Maintains stock supplies and linen in exam rooms and completes light housekeeping as needed.
Incorporates knowledge of the Patient Bill of Rights and HIPAA into practice.
Participates in developing and achieving unit, department, and divisional goals and follows unit and human resource policies.
Builds and maintains direct, honest, open professional relationships with healthcare team members, patients, and families.
Uses effective problem-solving and resolution skills; seeks guidance when needed and works to validate knowledge, skills, and decision-making.
Completes required hospital and departmental education.
Performs other duties as assigned.